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Accounts Assistant
Location: Wallasey
Salary: £30,300 per annum
Reporting to: Financial Controller
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business based in Wallasey. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, maintaining accurate accounting records and assisting with loan administration and reporting activities. This is a varied role offering exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting and finance administration within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts & Bookkeeping
- Post and reconcile transactions within Xero accounting software.
- Process bank transactions and perform regular bank reconciliations.
- Prepare and post journals.
- Monitor rent receipts and loan repayments.
- Process and post bank payments.
- Assist with the preparation of accounts for small companies.
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- Prepare and issue end-of-term loan settlement figures.
- Liaise with the Portfolio Manager to ensure figures are accurate prior to issue.
- Maintain accurate loan records and supporting documentation.
Reporting & Finance Support
- Prepare reports from Xero as required.
- Support month-end and year-end processes.
- Provide annual reports and supporting information to external accountants.
- Assist the Financial Controller and wider finance team with accounting and reporting requirements.
Administration & Compliance
- Assist with Companies House confirmation statements and related filings.
- Archive financial records and maintain organised filing systems.
- Attend weekly finance and credit control meetings.
- Support the team with ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required.
About You
Essential Skills & Experience
- AAT Level 3 qualified or studying towards AAT Level 4 (or equivalent).
- Previous experience within an accounts or finance environment.
- Experience using accounting software, ideally Xero.
- Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


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Personal Attributes
- Keen to learn and develop within a finance career.
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Professional, reliable and trustworthy.
- Able to work accurately under pressure and to strict deadlines.
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