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Assistant Accountant

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Letchworth

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Assistant Accountant
  
 Salary: £30,000 per annum
 Location: Letchworth
 Contract: Full-time, Permanent. 9am to 5pm
  
 We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support our Finance Department with a broad range of accounting, administrative, and clerical duties. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their finance career while contributing to an efficient and well-organised finance function.
  
 Key Responsibilities:
  
 Accounts Payable & Supplier Management
  
Process supplier invoices and credit notes using purchase order systems and the purchase ledger on Sage 200 
Manage supplier payments and ensure timely settlements 
Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve any discrepancies 
Perform ad hoc administrative tasks related to supplier management   
 Expenses, Credit Cards & Banking
  
Process, review, and analyse staff expense claims 
Process and monitor staff credit card transactions 
Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances   
 Month-End & Reporting
  
Prepare monthly journals, including accruals and prepayments 
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts 
Complete quarterly VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements 
Assist with the processing of monthly payroll 
Collect and maintain accurate data for annual P11D reporting 
Provide support during the year-end financial close process   
 About You
  
Strong attention to detail and accuracy 
Effective organisational and time-management skills 
Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role is advantageous 
Experience with Sage 200 is desirable   
 Company Benefits
  
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
Contributory Pension Scheme 
Employee Assistance Programme 
Discretionary year-end / performance-related bonus 
Free on-site parking   
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