Accounts Assistant

Description

Our client, a privately-owned real estate, investment and development group in Harrogate are currently looking to recruit a forward thinking and dynamic Accounts Assistant for their team.

Due to continued success, they have a new opening within the department to support the Finance Manager with the day to day running of the group finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1 – 2 years experience in finance who is looking to grow and progress their career in a forward thinking and growing business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bank reconciliations
• Purchase ledger management
• Sales ledger management
• Payment run preparation
• Liaising with suppliers & clients by email and telephone
• Payroll processing
• CIS return preparation and issuing subsequent statements
• VAT return preparation
• Assistance in month-end reporting
• Assistance with year-end processes
• Play an active role in the setup & implementation of new systems and processes

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Experience in a similar role such as Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Xero accounting software, desirable but not essential (training can be provided)
• A can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• The ambition to take on greater responsibility and study toward a professional qualification

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to £27k

• 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata).
• Bi-annual performance-based bonus scheme.
• Birthday Leave.
• Cycle to Work.
• Further Education Support.
• Personal Development & Training.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Professional Subscription Fees.
• Social Events.

Hours can be Monday – Thursday 7am – 6pm or Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm.

Interested? Email your CV to Emma at EM Recruiting today to apply!