Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Location: Wallasey
Salary: -30,300 per annum
Reporting to: Financial Controller

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business based in Wallasey. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, maintaining accurate accounting records and assisting with loan administration and reporting activities.This is a varied role offering exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting and finance administration within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts & Bookkeeping
• Post and reconcile transactions within Xero accounting software.
• Process bank transactions and perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journals.
• Monitor rent receipts and loan repayments.
• Process and post bank payments.
• Assist with the preparation of accounts for small companies.

Loan Administration

• Prepare and issue end-of-term loan settlement figures.
• Liaise with the Portfolio Manager to ensure figures are accurate prior to issue.
• Maintain accurate loan records and supporting documentation.

Reporting & Finance Support

• Prepare reports from Xero as required.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Provide annual reports and supporting information to external accountants.
• Assist the Financial Controller and wider finance team with accounting and reporting requirements.

Administration & Compliance

• Assist with Companies House confirmation statements and related filings.
• Archive financial records and maintain organised filing systems.
• Attend weekly finance and credit control meetings.
• Support the team with ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required.

About You
Essential Skills & Experience

• AAT Level 3 qualified or studying towards AAT Level 4 (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within an accounts or finance environment.
• Experience using accounting software, ideally Xero.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes

• Keen to learn and develop within a finance career.
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Professional, reliable and trustworthy.
• Able to work accurately under pressure and to strict deadlines.

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