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Assistant Accountant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level

AI generated summary

  • You should be AAT qualified or experienced, with bookkeeping skills, invoice processing, bank reconciliations, VAT knowledge, and good communication. Xero and hospitality experience are a plus.
  • You will process invoices, reconcile bank accounts, manage supplier accounts, prepare payments, conduct reconciliations, assist in budgeting, maintain financial records, and support the events team.

Requirements

  • AAT qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
  • Good bookkeeping skills
  • Experience processing purchase invoices
  • Bank account and credit card reconciliation experience
  • Good knowledge of VAT
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
  • Experience with Xero (desirable)
  • Experience in events and hospitality (desirable)
  • Improvement-driven mindset (desirable)
  • Study support will be considered

Responsibilities

  • Process and enter purchase invoices into Xero
  • Post daily bank entries to Xero and reconcile bank accounts and corporate credit cards
  • Monitor and manage Accounts@ and Purchasing@ email accounts
  • Create and maintain supplier accounts within Xero
  • Create and administer tracking codes within Xero
  • Perform supplier statement reconciliations
  • Report on debtors and creditors including handling credit control and reconcile debtors' accounts
  • Prepare and process weekly payment runs to suppliers
  • Collaborate with the events team to ensure all payments have matching receipts
  • Complete financial reports regularly and provide information to the Management Team
  • Assist with forecasting and budgeting and conduct year-end analysis
  • Work with the events team to ensure accurate month-end event accruals
  • Maintain the company fixed asset register and post depreciation journals
  • Complete other month-end accrual and prepayment journals
  • Reconcile allocated balance sheet accounts monthly, taking appropriate action on reconciling items
  • Perform general office duties and undertake other reasonable duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Assistant Accountant?

The Assistant Accountant will process purchase invoices, post daily bank entries, create and maintain supplier accounts in Xero, handle reconciliations, prepare financial reports, assist with budgeting, and support month-end close activities.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should be AAT qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience, with good bookkeeping skills and experience in processing purchase invoices and performing bank reconciliations.

Is experience with Xero necessary for this position?

Experience with Xero is desirable but not strictly necessary. However, familiarity with accounting software will be beneficial.

Will the Assistant Accountant have any responsibilities related to credit control?

Yes, the Assistant Accountant will handle reporting on debtors and creditors, including credit control and reconciling debtors' accounts.

Is this position suitable for someone without event and hospitality experience?

While experience in events and hospitality is desirable, it is not a strict requirement. Candidates with strong accounting skills will also be considered.

Can I receive study support for further qualifications in this role?

Yes, study support will be considered for the right candidate looking to further their qualifications.

Who will the Assistant Accountant report to?

The Assistant Accountant will support and report to the Head of Finance and the Management Team.

Are there opportunities for career growth within the company?

Yes, with the company continuing to grow, there are opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the finance team.

What skills are emphasized for this role?

Effective communication, good interpersonal skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and an improvement-driven mindset are emphasized for this role.

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Human Resources
Industry
51-200
Employees
2011
Founded Year

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