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Accounts Assistant

Walsall, West Midlands

Accounts Assistant

  1. Permanent
£26,000 - £32,000 per annum
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Walsall, West Midlands

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Location: Walsall

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 (DOE)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Marks Sattin are supporting a reputable construction business based in Walsall, by adding an Accounts Assistant to a busy finance team. We are looking for an experienced, dedicated individual to join the business and support with financial operations.

Key Duties:

  • Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
  • Process incoming invoices and ensure timely payments.
  • Verify and reconcile invoices with purchase orders and delivery notes.
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding payments and invoices.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate records of expenses.
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Maintain organised and accurate financial records and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
  • Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed.
  • Assist with ad-hoc financial projects and tasks.
  • Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding financial matters.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams to resolve financial issues.

Our ideal candidate:

  • At least two years of experience in a similar role
  • Actively studying toward finance or accounting qualifications AAT/CIMA/ACCA
  • You'll be able to demonstrate good Excel skills.
  • Previous experience of using Xero or other cloud-based accounting software is an advantage.
  • You'll have great attention to detail and an ability to communicate financial information in an understandable format.

Please apply for a chat in regard to the position and keen to find out what you are looking for in the market.

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