At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Finance Manager with financial operations and invoice processing.
- Company: Join a well-known family-run Engineering business in Glenrothes.
- Benefits: Salary up to £40,000, 35 days annual leave, and study support after probation.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for professional development and private medical benefits.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accounting career with great growth opportunities and a 1pm finish on Fridays!
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of accounting principles and competence in Microsoft packages.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Cooper Parry are delighted to be supporting a well-known family-run Engineering business in Glenrothes in their recruitment of an Assistant Accountant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Accountant looking to progress their career - with the opportunity of study support post-probation period! This is a key post within the organisation providing support to the Finance Manager with financial operations. This is a full-time office based role, with a 1pm finish on a Friday! The client is ideally looking for someone to start immediately.
The Job Opportunity
- Reporting to the Finance Manager, as the Assistant Accountant you will be responsible for:
- Invoice processing – sales and purchases
- Processing bank payments
- Bank reconciliations
- Credit control – for a few main customers
- VAT Returns
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Management Accounts preparation experience would be beneficial
- Sage 50 knowledge would be beneficial, but not required as the company will be moving to Business Central at some point next year
The Candidate
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles
- Competence in Microsoft Packages (Sage knowledge would be advantageous)
- An understanding of accounts payable, receivable and bank reconciliation
- Previous experience working to deadlines, with a keen eye for details and organisational skills
- Experience in VAT returns would be advantageous
- Experience in Management Accounts preparation would be advantageous
On Offer?
- Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 for the right candidate
- Study support post probation period available
- 1pm finish on a Friday
- 35 days Annual leave
- Company pension plan
- Private medical/dental post probation available
Next Steps
If you are keen on the sound of the role of Assistant Accountant, please hit 'apply' or get in touch with Sarah Livingston on sarah.livingston@cooperparry.com and I can share the full job pack.
Locations
Assistant Accountant in Bordon, Hampshire employer: Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment
At Cooper Parry, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Located in the vibrant city of Glasgow, our team enjoys a range of benefits including professional development opportunities, a supportive environment for career growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a busy professional services business. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your contributions and encourages you to thrive.
Contact Details:
Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment Recruitment Team
