Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

3 weeks ago


Basildon Essex, United Kingdom Reed Full time

Accounts Assistant & Bookkeeper

  • Location: Basildon, Essex
  • Job Type: Open to Full-time and Part-time
  • Salary: GBP14 to GBP16 per hour

We are excited to announce the opportunity for a Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant to join our team during a pivotal moment as we launch our first e-commerce website. The ideal candidate will manage the financial aspects of this rollout while maintaining control over daily finance operations.

Day to day of the role:
  • Manage all finance processes, including daily bank reconciliations, sales ledger updates, and cash flow management.
  • Conduct reconciliation of supplier accounts and process payments.
  • Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and EC sales lists.
  • Perform nominal control account reconciliations.
  • Assist external accountants with year-end reporting.
  • Prepare monthly payroll information for external accountants.
  • Submit monthly pension details.
  • Handle office management tasks such as insurance, stationery orders, and other office requirements.
  • Assist with annual stock takes as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office packages.
  • Excellent organisational and strong communication skills.
  • Keen attention to detail and flexibility, particularly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in a small, family-run business is a plus.
  • Knowledge of payroll processes.
  • General administrative skills for liaising with insurance and energy providers.
  • Experience with Netsuite and Oracle is beneficial.
  • Qualified accountant status, preferably AAT, is ideal.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Flexible working opportunities, with both full-time and part-time positions available.
  • Be part of a dynamic team during an exciting period of growth and development.

To apply for this role position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

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