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Accounts Assistant
Manchester City Centre (5 days office based)
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum depending on experience
Benefits include: Study support, 26 days holiday, healthcare cash plan, regular social events
Our client, an ambitious and growing tech company, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to kickstart their finance careers within a fast-paced and innovative environment. The organisation is experiencing rapid growth and is eager for forward-thinkers to join the team.
Role Responsibilities:
As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Finance team and will be involved in a variety of tasks, including:
- Processing purchase invoices and staff expenses promptly and accurately
- Raising sales invoices and assisting with credit control, including following up on outstanding payments
- Reconciling bank accounts, supplier statements, and company credit cards
- Assisting with month-end tasks such as accruals, prepayments, and journal postings
- Maintaining accurate financial records within the accounting software
- Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and other compliance filings
- Responding to internal and external finance inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Assisting with general administrative duties within the finance function
- Collaborating with the Financial Controller on ad hoc reporting and projects
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What the Organisation is Looking For:
To thrive in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- Ideally a finance degree or related discipline
- Previous experience in finance, accounts, or bookkeeping is strongly preferred
- Interest in pursuing an AAT qualification or currently studying towards it
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Xero is beneficial but not essential
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn
- Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
This role presents a unique chance to gain valuable experience while contributing to a thriving organisation. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in finance, get in touch with Lizzie - lizzie.kelly@office-angels.com or 0161 832 7600
Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, and more. By showcasing talents, skills, and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role, your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
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