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Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

PertempsMalvern, West Midlands, UK
30+ days ago
Salary
£23,000.00–£25,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location : Malvern

Salary : £23,000 - £25,000 per annum

Job Type : Permanent

Hours : 0900-1700 (Monday-Friday)

Our client, an established business based in Malvern, is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to support the smooth functioning of the accounts department and take on a broad range of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Process purchase invoices, track against orders and delivery notes, and resolve disputes or discrepancies. Ensure invoices are correctly coded to nominal and budget codes using Hubdoc.
  • Create and send student invoices via Xero to parents and agents.
  • Produce monthly creditors lists and assist with end-of-month journals, accruals, and prepayments.
  • Raise weekly BACS runs for invoices due and post them to the ledger, ensuring all information is accurately recorded for reconciliation.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of the purchase ledger and bank accounts, ensuring accurate coding and entry onto Sage.
  • Reconcile credit card payments against authorised orders and calculate expenses.
  • Process monthly payroll, including statutory year-end returns, P60s, and pension submissions. Address staff payroll queries and maintain accurate payroll records.
  • Assist with processing new staff, including DBS applications, and maintain employee personnel files, ensuring GDPR compliance.
  • Manage workplace and Teachers' pension schemes, submitting monthly and year-end reports.
  • Provide assistance with queries from students, staff, and agents, and help manage petty cash, student deposit accounts, and utilities contracts.
  • Perform ad hoc duties as needed to support the accounts department.

Candidate Profile :

  • Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is essential, with a strong understanding of purchase ledgers, payroll, and invoicing.
  • Proficiency in Xero and Sage is desirable, alongside excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of GDPR compliance and HR-related processes is beneficial.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and liaise with various stakeholders.
  • Benefits :

  • Competitive salary ranging from £27,000 to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • On-site access to a gym and swimming pool free to use.
  • Free meals provided by the canteen.
  • Possibility of hybrid working arrangements
  • This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established business in a varied and hands-on role, offering career development and a supportive working environment.

    For  more information or to apply, please contact us today.