Assistant accountant
We are currentely recruiting for a finance assistant for a independant body reporting to the Home Secretary.
Job Purpose
To provide an efficient administrative financial support service including data entry, reconciliation and analysis
Reporting Relationships
Reporting to the Management Accountant
Salary
GBP19,500 to GBP22,000 (inclusive of LLA allowance)
Responsibilities:
1.Full responsibility for the purchase ledger, including inputting supplier invoices onto SUN, handling any queries from suppliers, and making payments electronically and manually on a timely basis.
2.Ensuring receipts are in order for employee expenses and making payment to employees and suppliers weekly
3.Reconciling bank statements
4.Monthly payroll forecasting and processing to general ledger
5.Actively maintain debtor ledger
6.Assist Management Accountant with month end procedures
7.General administration support
Relevant Knowledge and Experience
1.High level of computer literacy including Excel.
2.Knowledge of a computerised accounting package would be desirable
3.Strong focus on customer service
Relevant Personal Qualities and Skills
1.Numerate
2.Excellent interpersonal skills.
3.Has a keen attention to detail and accurate keyboard skills
4.Ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with both internal and external customers – working under pressure at times.
5.Ability to work as part of a team and to be resourceful in tackling challenges.
6.Can demonstrate a commitment to study as it is envisaged that this person will be seeking to obtain a professional qualification.
Phone: 02074694178