Accounts Assistant

2 weeks ago

Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Hakim Group Full time £20,000 - £35,000 per year


What's in it for you?

Joining the Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent optical practices across the UK and Ireland.


A place where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience — a career that feels like joining a secret club of the happiest eye care professionals.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Accounts Assistant to help shape the future of how we reward and support our colleagues — ensuring every team member across the Group is paid correctly, on time, and with care.



You will also receive:

  • Exciting calendar of events, fostering a vibrant work culture.
  • Employee health plan to prioritise your well-being
  • Rewards portal with exclusive benefits and offers.
  • Embrace a supportive and expanding team, immersing yourself in our award-winning Hakim Group culture.
  • Progression opportunities with study support and funding for ACCA Exams

Join us at the Hakim Group and be a part of our continued growth and innovation. Contribute to shaping the way we work while enjoying a challenging and fulfilling career with us.



About the Role

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Complete accurate bookkeeping for several entities in line with monthly deadlines through posting revenue, processing purchase invoices and calculating prepayments and accruals.
  • Management of purchase invoice OCR tool (Yooz), keeping the number of outstanding invoices down to an agreed number.
  • Allocate bank transactions to revenue generated and to purchase invoices.
  • Complete monthly bank reconciliations ensuring everything is on Sage Intaact and that it balances.
  • Reconcile the creditors ledger to supplier statements.
  • Request missing invoices from the practices and develop good working relationships with practices to aid this process.
  • Reconcile wages control accounts.
  • Ensure accuracy of financial information by reviewing the practice Dashboards, investigating any discrepancies and resolving or providing feedback where necessary.
  • There will be a requirement to carry out other duties as and when the business requires.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills and the ability to liaise with practices confidently and professionally.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
  • A keen eye for detail and precision.
  • A "can do" attitude and common-sense approach.


What's Next?

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