Accounts Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a reputable company in the retail industry. This role, based in Warrington, focuses on supporting the accounting and finance department with daily financial tasks. Client Details This small-sized organisation operates within the retail industry, offering a stable and professional working environment. With a focus on delivering high-quality services, the company values accuracy and efficiency in its accounting and finance operations. Description • Processing invoices: Managing and recording supplier and customer invoices. • Reconciliation: Balancing accounts by reconciling bank statements and financial transactions. • Data entry: Inputting financial data into accounting systems, ensuring accuracy. • Expense claims: Processing employee expense claims and ensuring compliance with company policies. • Credit control: Assisting with managing outstanding payments and debt collection. • Making daily payments: Processing payments to suppliers and other creditors, ensuring timely and accurate transfers. • VAT returns: Assisting in preparing VAT returns and other tax documentation. • Supporting the Head of Finance: Providing administrative and financial support, including helping with audits, financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting tasks. • Providing administrative support across payroll, HR and office operations, including maintaining records, supporting business processes and assisting with ad hoc projects and administrative activities as directed by the Head of Finance and General Manager. Profile A successful Accounts Assistant should have: • Experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role. • Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks). • Knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, credit control and payroll processing. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an excellent telephone manner. • Highly organised with strong multi-tasking skills and ability to work under strict deadlines. • A proactive, methodical and self-motivated approach to work. • Accuracy and attention to detail, comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment. • Flexible approach to work, especially during peak periods. • Willingness to support wider business functions including payroll, HR administration and office operations. • Ability to build effective working relationships and act as a trusted support to the Head of Finance and wider management team. • Strong commercial awareness with a confident and determined attitude. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. • Must be able to commute to Birchwood, Warrington. Job Offer • A competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £32,000 per annum. • Plus company bonus • 25 days holidays plus BH • A permanent role within a stable and professional organisation. • Opportunities to develop your skills in the accounting and finance sector. • A supportive working environment based in Warrington. • The chance to contribute to a respected company within the retail industry. If you meet the requirements for this Accounts Assistant position, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.