Accounts Assistant

The Accounts Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the finance department by ensuring accurate financial records, assisting with VAT returns, performing bank reconciliations, and contributing to the preparation of the Profit and Loss (P&L) statements. This position offers the opportunity to develop key accounting skills in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in compliance with regulations.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure alignment between bank statements and internal records.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual P&L statements.
• Support in analysing financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely manner.
• Monitor outstanding debts and assist in credit control activities.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
• Post journal entries and ensure the accuracy of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records.
• Support the finance team with audits and compliance requirements.
• Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

• AAT qualification or studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) is preferred but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Previous experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role is advantageous.
• Familiarity with VAT, bank reconciliations, and P&L statements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks).
• Strong Excel skills, including the use of formulas and data analysis tools.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

In return we will provide a fun and stable working environment, a small and family feel business, a competitive salary and a range of good benefits.