Job Role: Senior Accounts Assistant
The role of a Senior Accounts Assistant involves leading the finance function in a busy team environment. Key responsibilities include managing creditors and debtors ledgers, assisting with month and year-end preparations, conducting bank reconciliations, liaising with auditors, handling queries, processing payment runs, and preparing VAT returns.
To be successful in this position, candidates should possess over 4 years of experience as a senior accounts assistant or bookkeeper in a similar environment. A background in not-for-profit is advantageous. Additionally, relevant qualifications such as AACA/CIMA or ACA Part Qualified certification are preferred. Proficiency in accounting software and Excel is essential, alongside strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage creditors and debtors ledgers
* Assist with month and year-end preparations
* Conduct bank reconciliations
* Liaise with auditors
* Handle queries
* Process payment runs
* Prepare VAT returns
Required Qualifications:
* Over 4 years of experience as a senior accounts assistant or bookkeeper
* AACA/CIMA or ACA Part Qualified certification
* Proficiency in accounting software and Excel
* Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work in a busy team environment
* Chance to develop financial management skills
* Professional growth and development opportunities