Accounts Assistant in Salford

Accounts Assistant in Salford

Salford Full-Time 31500 - 38500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
RG Consultancy Ltd Careers

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage financial transactions and support month-end closing in a dynamic team.
  • Company: Join a leading environmental services company with a strong commitment to sustainability.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, 24 days holiday, and free onsite parking.
  • Other info: Opportunity to mentor a small team and grow your career.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in finance while working in a supportive and innovative environment.
  • Qualifications: 2-5 years of accounts experience and strong Excel skills required.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 Β£ per year.

RG Consultancy are working with an excellent environmental services company located near Walkden who are looking for an experience accounts assistant/assistant accountant to join them on a full time, permanent basis.

This role is to manage the day-to-day financial transactions, support month-end closing, and assist Group Financial Controller with additional duties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the sales and purchase ledger function to a high standard
  • Process purchase invoices
  • Manage expense claim
  • Process weekly payment runs
  • Support the weekly/monthly payroll and HR duties - to provide cover where needed
  • Perform regular bank, credit card, and control account reconciliations
  • Assist with journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and trial balance preparations
  • Help prepare quarterly VAT returns and compile data for annual statutory audits.
  • Act as a main point of contact for internal and external supplier or customer account queries.
  • Inter company recharges - calculate and raise recharge invoices
  • Managing and Mentoring - Manage a small finance and admin team
  • Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience: 2 to 5 years of practical experience in an accounts or finance environment plus experience of setting, supporting and reviewing objectives.
  • Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and accounting software (e. g., Xero, Sage 200, Sage 50 payroll).
  • Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

  • Full time, flexible start and finish times - 37.5 hours per week
  • 24 days + bank holidays
  • Company standard pension scheme
  • Free onsite parking

Accounts Assistant in Salford employer: RG Consultancy Ltd Careers

RG Consultancy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a leading manufacturing company that values its employees. With competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and generous holiday allowances, the company fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, providing ample opportunities for professional development and team leadership. Located in a thriving area, employees benefit from onsite parking and private health insurance, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.

RG Consultancy Ltd Careers

Contact Details:

RG Consultancy Ltd Careers Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant in Salford

Accounts Management
Sales Ledger Management
Purchase Ledger Management
Invoice Processing
Expense Claims Management
Payroll Support
Bank Reconciliation