Role: Accounts Assistant

Location: Burton upon Trent (onsite role)

Status: 12 month fixed-term contract with the likelihood to become permanent

Salary: Circa.£25-30,000 + benefits

Flexibility around working hours to support home life is readily available.

** This is initially a 12 month fixed-term contract role **

The Client:

A dynamic and rapidly growing company that is committed to providing our clients with the best possible service. They have a close-knit team culture and are passionate about innovation and growth.

About the Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Accounts Assistant to join their team. The role will involve a variety of accounting tasks, including posting payments, processing invoices, running reports, assisting with month end preparation and processing payroll.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Post payments to client accounts from remittances and online payments received.
• Process purchase invoices to accounting software and match with PO’s, oversee SL and PL.
• Run a weekly debtors report, ensuring client account balances are up to date and help assist chasing overdue balances.
• Assist with month end preparation, such as posting accrual journals and prepayments.
• Support/process the monthly payroll.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in an accounting role and a strong grasp of Excel are essential.
• The ability to work autonomously with initiative and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment are key.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills are required to manage and prioritize a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency, including expertise in Excel, is essential.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping are paramount.
• Prior experience in payroll is an asset, though not a prerequisite.