Assistant Accountant – Finance Department

1 day ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Hunter Philips Executive Search Full time
About the Role

This Accounts Assistant position is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop their skills in finance and administration. As part of our dynamic finance team, you will be responsible for managing contractor bills and payments, client and contractor liaison, credit control, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management reporting.

You will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial information is provided to stakeholders. The successful candidate will have strong bookkeeping principles and double-entry accounting knowledge, with experience in roles such as Accounts Assistant or Accounting Associate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contractor Bill and Pay Management: Invoicing contractors, processing payments, and managing timesheets.
  • Client and Contractor Liaison: Building and maintaining relationships with clients and contractors to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution.
  • Credit Control: Managing debtors, conducting credit reports, and maintaining debtor days.
  • Bookkeeping: Maintaining purchase ledgers, reconciling bank statements, and managing fixed assets.
  • VAT Returns: Preparing VAT returns for the UK and overseas markets.
  • Management Reporting: Assisting in the preparation of management accounts, consolidation, and profit centre management.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A dynamic and supportive team environment.


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