Accounts Assistant

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of a busy and successful business.
This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of finance administration while working closely with the wider team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Reconcile bank, cash and credit card accounts.
* Maintain debtor and creditor ledgers.
* Prepare, submit and reconcile VAT returns.
* Process monthly direct debit collections.
* Post journals, including prepayments and accruals.
* Complete account reconciliations through to trial balance at year end.
* Ensure financial deadlines and statutory requirements are met.
* Assist with monthly billing and invoicing.
* Process payroll using Sage Payroll.
* Provide general office support, including answering telephone enquiries and assisting with ad hoc administrative duties.
Skills & Experience Required:
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar bookkeeping role.
* Essential experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
* Sage Payroll experience is desirable but not essential.
* Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial processes.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet software.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
Qualifications (Desirable):
* AAT qualification or equivalent.
Benefits:
* Salary up to £27,000.
* 22 days annual leave.
* Pension scheme.
* Life insurance.
* Free parking.
* Convenient location close to Metro links.
* Full-time, permanent position with a well-established business