Hays are exclusively partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Taunton. Operating within a specialist market, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service.
As the business continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join the finance team and work closely alongside the Head of Finance, supporting both the day-to-day operation of the function and the longer-term financial reporting requirements of the business.
Your new role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop beyond transactional finance and progress towards a Management Accountant position in the future.
Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of key accounting processes whilst gaining exposure to month-end activities, financial reporting and management accounting responsibilities.
Key responsibilities will include:
Ownership of the Sales Ledger function
Ownership of the Purchase Ledger function
Credit control and aged debt management
Bank reconciliations and cashbook management
Processing supplier payments and payment runs
Cash allocation and invoice matching
Maintaining accurate financial records within Sage 200
Posting journals and supporting month-end procedures
Assisting with accruals and prepayments
Balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts
Producing financial reports and analysis where required
Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders
Supporting audits and year-end processes
Assisting the Head of Finance with ad hoc accounting and finance projectsThis is a full-time, office-based position working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
What you'll need to succeed
Have previous experience working as an Assistant Accountant, Senior Accounts Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Finance Officer
Have experience across both Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger
Have strong bank reconciliation experience
Be comfortable managing credit control responsibilities
Have exposure to journals, accruals and prepayments
Have experience supporting month-end accounting processes
Have worked within an SME, manufacturing, distribution or commercial finance environment
Have experience using Sage 200 or a similar ERP system
Be studying towards or have completed AAT Level 3/4, ACCA or CIMA (desirable)
Possess strong Excel and finance systems skills
Have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Be keen to develop your accounting career and progress towards Management Accountant level.
Be able to work on-site in Taunton five days per week
What you'll get in return
Salary of £30,000 - £33,000 per annum
Clear progression towards Assistant Management Accountant and Management Accountant level
The opportunity to work closely with and learn from an experienced Head of Finance
Exposure to month-end accounting, financial reporting and management accounts preparation
A varied and hands-on role within a growing manufacturing business
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Long-term career development opportunities
Exposure to both operational and strategic aspects of financeWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Salary description
£15.00 - £19.00 per hour