At a Glance
- Tasks: Process financial data, resolve customer claims, and support finance duties.
- Company: Fast-paced organisation with a collaborative finance team.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible hours, and supportive team culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for on-the-job training and skill development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a dynamic environment with real impact.
- Qualifications: Previous finance experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Are you an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop your career within a successful and growing business?We are recruiting for an Accounts Administrator to join a busy finance team, supporting the day-to-day accounting activities of a well-established organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to broaden their accounting knowledge.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end reporting, and ensuring effective financial controls across the business. You'll work closely with colleagues across various departments while contributing to the smooth operation of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing purchase ledger invoices and supplier payments
- Reconciling supplier statements and customer accounts
- Managing sales ledger activities, including invoicing and credit notes
- Supporting credit control and debtor management processes
- Assisting with month-end reporting and account reconciliations
- Preparing VAT-related information and financial reports
- Completing cash, stock, petty cash and credit card reconciliations
- Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
- Providing support across the wider finance team as required
- Working with Sage and Microsoft Excel to produce reports and analysis [Rich Sauce...or JD 2026 | PDF]
About You
- Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or accounting administration role
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Experience using accounting software packages such as Sage
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills and a proactive approach
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of £27,000
- Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative finance team
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities
- Stable, long-term career opportunity within a successful business
What you need to do now
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