Pure Resourcing Solutions
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a temp-to-perm basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to be involved in a broad range of finance and administration duties. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing subcontractor applications and invoices, ensuring accurate records and timely payments
- Raising and posting sales invoices
- Processing company credit card transactions and employee expenses
- Assisting with banking activities and reconciliations
- Carrying out daily accounting tasks using Sage 200
- Managing a busy shared finance inbox and responding to queries
- Assisting with payroll-related and labour wage queries
- Producing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets, including the use of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
- Supporting the wider finance team with general accounts and administrative duties
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar accounting role
- Experience using Sage 200 or comparable accounting software
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and support different areas of the business
Essential Requirements
- Access to your own vehicle due to the location of the office
- Availability to start at short notice would be advantageous
What's on Offer?
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term prospects
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Varied role with exposure to different areas of finance
- Opportunity to join a stable and growing business
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