At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily finance operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Company: A growing business in Llantrisant with a dynamic finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20 days holiday, pension, and career progression.
- Other info: On-site role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a fast-paced, expanding organisation.
- Qualifications: AAT Level 2 or above and previous finance experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 35000 £ per year.
A growing and well-established business is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team based in Llantrisant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a fast-paced and expanding organisation. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support the day-to-day finance function and play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Process purchase invoices from receipt through to payment.
- Manage supplier queries and complete supplier statement reconciliations.
- Prepare and post month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, payroll, depreciation, and intercompany transactions.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations including bank accounts, VAT, payroll controls, fixed assets, and intercompany balances.
- Support payroll administration and payroll-related reconciliations.
- Assist with VAT return preparation and compliance activities.
- Raise and issue sales invoices and allocate customer receipts.
- Support credit control and aged debt reporting.
- Maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
- Assist with management accounts preparation, KPI reporting, and year-end audit requirements.
- Identify and support process improvements across the finance function.
Skills & Experience:
- AAT Level 2 or above.
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, or similar finance role.
- Strong purchase ledger and general ledger experience.
- Experience posting journals and completing reconciliations.
- Good Excel skills including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFs, filters, and pivot tables.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Desirable:
- AAT Level 3 or 4.
- Qualified by Experience (QBE).
- Experience within construction, facilities management, engineering, or project-based industries.
- CIS knowledge.
- Experience using Xero, Simpro, or EzzyBills.
Package
- £28,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension
- Career progression opportunities
- Full-time, permanent position
- On-site role based in Llantrisant
To apply, please submit your CV & someone will be in touch for a further conversation.
Assistant Accountant employer: Sora Recruitment & HR
Join a dynamic and expanding finance team in Llantrisant, where your career as an Assistant Accountant can flourish. With competitive salaries, a supportive work culture, and ample opportunities for professional growth, this company prioritises employee development and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and generous holiday allowance. Experience a fulfilling role that not only values your contributions but also encourages innovation and process improvements within the finance function.
