Accounts Assistant (Part-Time - 28 Hours per Week)

Role Purpose To support the manager with the day-to-day operational, financial and business management of a busy independent establishment.

Overview

The successful candidate will assist with a broad range of finance and administration duties, including accounts payable, cashbook maintenance, control account reconciliations, nominal ledger management, payroll processing, statutory reporting, filing and general office administration.

Key Responsibilities

General

• Assist in the efficient operation of the finance office.
• Provide cover for the manager when required.

Finance & Accounting

• Process supplier invoices through the purchase ledger system.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and electronic payments for authorisation.
• Post invoices and expenses to the nominal ledger and maintain purchase ledger records.
• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Reconcile retail/shop income systems to the nominal ledger.
• Reconcile company credit card statements.
• Maintain the cashbook, process payments and complete bank reconciliations.
• Maintain the nominal ledger.
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll reconciliations.
• Complete month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
• Reconcile balance sheet control accounts and investigate outstanding items.
• Maintain fixed asset and loan schedules.
• Assist with budget preparation and input into the finance system.
• Support the preparation of quarterly VAT returns (expenditure)

Candidate Requirements

The successful applicant is likely to possess:

• Strong payroll experience.
• Previous finance and accounting administration experience.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A thorough and methodical approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• A reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent upon qualifications and experience.
• Salary reviewed periodically to remain competitive within the market.
• Contributory pension scheme available.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, pro-rated for part-time hours.

Working Hours

• 28 hours per week.
• 30 minute lunch break
• Occasional additional hours may be required to meet business needs.