At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage sales and purchase ledgers, credit control, and assist with financial reporting.
- Company: Join a reputable manufacturing business known for quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Opportunity for career progression towards Management Accountant role.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with potential for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in finance while working closely with the Head of Finance.
- Qualifications: Ambitious individuals with a keen interest in accounting and finance.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Your new company is 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 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
Contact Details:
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
