Assistant Accountant - Dot Recruit : Job Details

My client, a renowned niche manufacturing business with a proud history dating back over 200 years, is one of the last remaining experts in their field in the UK. Their success is driven by a team of highly skilled craftspeople and a dedicated support team, all passionate about upholding their reputation for excellence. With an impressive array of high-profile awards, they continue to lead their industry.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an Assistant Accountant to support the Financial Controller in a varied and hands-on role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Supplier and customer statement reconciliation
• Bank reconciliation
• Full control of bookkeeping
• Handling supplier queries
• Processing purchase and sales orders
• Credit control
• Managing the fixed asset register
• Updating financial reports
• Assisting with monthly management packs
• Providing financial support and other ad hoc duties as required
• General administrative tasks (filing, data entry, etc.)

Requirements:

• Experience using Sage 50 or 200
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Proficient in Excel
• AAT qualification (desirable)

Working Hours:

• Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
• 9am to 5pm, 3pm finish on a Friday

Benefits:

• Health benefit scheme
• On site parking
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Qualifying pension scheme