Our client’s business which today is a Trust, was founded over 20 years ago by an entrepreneurial local couple who had a passion for engineering. The business has a real family feel, for example one of the employees takes her little dog to work with her who has become part of the team. There are currently 9 employees, and the company is growing rapidly. Employees benefit from a profit share annually after their first year’s employment. The current Financial Director started in 2011 as Accounts Assistant, therefore our clients offer excellent career opportunities.

In addition to the relaxed and friendly work environment, annual bonus payment on top of salary, and great career prospects, you will also be invited to relax and unwind with the team outside of work on occasion.

A unique, amazingly generous, interesting and long-term opportunity for anyone currently working in accounts and studying AAT or Similar.

Accounts Assistant
As an Accounts Assistant you will be primarily responsible for the sales and purchase ledgers. Working closely with the Finance Director to produce monthly management accounts including KPI’s, credit control and business analysis.
Key responsibilities for the role will include but are not limited to: -

Maintaining & reconciling the sales ledger, including coding and posting invoices and debtor credit control
Maintaining & reconciling the purchase ledger, coding, authorising and posting invoices. Managing supplier payments.
Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts and KPI reporting (training given)
Preparation of balance sheet journals
Bank reconciliations
Stock management and reconciliation including monthly stock checks.
Processing employee expenses inc business credit card statements
Support Logistics - specifically deliveries, speaking to customers and scheduling jobs
Ad-hoc project and cost analysis e.g. implementation of ERP system

It would be ideal if you are/have.

IAT qualified or equivalent (or working towards) with a desire to progress and develop in the role
Previous experience in a similar role
organised, detail conscious and be able to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks
Ability to identify and solve problems and work well under pressure
Friendly, professional and analytical
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to listen and articulate effectively
High level of IT literacy with good working knowledge of Accounts software preferably Sage, Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Even more benefits:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, become part of an employee-owned company, complimentary breakfast every Friday, on-site car parking and an annual salary review. Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

Hours of Work: 38 hours per week working, 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, and 8:30am to 3pm Friday