Working in the Finance department, the post holder would report to the Company Accountant, and work alongside 6 other colleagues in the department.
The role provides a great opportunity for progression for the right person. We'd like to see the accounts assistant progress into that role in due course.
The role would be supported and mentored by the Company Accountant and the Assistant Accountant.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
General administrative support for the Finance Director and Company Accountant
Preparation and processing of sales invoices and liaise with customers as required
Credit Control
Processing and checking monthly expenses and mileage claims
Managing the monthly costing process
Producing monthly cost reports
Assist with filing of documentation and archiving processes
Ensure that Company procedures are followed correctly and report any breaches to the Company Accountant
Liaison with operational and service departments as required
Communicate and liaise with all other staff and supervisors to provide a teamwork approach to problem solving and carrying out tasks
Assist with Purchase Ledger, Sub-contractors and payroll when required.
DUTIES
General administrative support for the Finance Director and Company Accountant
Preparation and processing of sales invoices and liaise with customers as required
Credit Control
Processing and checking monthly expenses and mileage claims
Managing the monthly costing process
Producing monthly cost reports
Assist with filing of documentation and archiving processes
Ensure that Company procedures are followed correctly and report any breaches to the Company Accountant
Liaison with operational and service departments as required
Communicate and liaise with all other staff and supervisors to provide a teamwork approach to problem solving and carrying out tasks
Assist with Purchase Ledger, Sub-contractors and payroll when required.
WORKING HOURS PER WEEK
39 hours per week, mon-thurs 8.45 - 17.00 and fri 8.45 - 15.30, with a 40 minute lunch break each day.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Able to work in an environment of continuous learning
Able to work to deadlines and consistently meet required deadlines
Effective communication skills
Good IT skills
REQUIRED QUALITIES
Good attention to detail
Customer focussed
A developing knowledge of accounting processes
Knowledge of Company structure, core values and wider business activity
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Maths & English at Gracde 4/C or above
NUMBER OF VACANCIES
1
FUTURE PROSPECTS
Fulltime employment and potential for further development on successful completion of the apprenticeship
