Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant Location: Cardiff (Hybrid 3 days in the office, 2 from home) Salary: £28,000 £30,000 (DOE) Hours: 8.30am 5.30pm, Monday to Friday (40-hour week) Contract: Permanent The Company Our client is a fast-growing Financial Services business based in Cardiff, seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and collaborative team. This is a newly created opportunity within a close-knit finance function, located in excellent offices on the outskirts of the city. You ll be joining a supportive and knowledgeable team that encourages professional development and continuous learning. This hands-on and varied role would suit someone with solid accounts experience and a genuine interest in the Financial Services sector. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, you ll play an important part in supporting the day-to-day operations of the finance department. The Role Your responsibilities will include: Processing daily financial transactions and performing regular bank reconciliations Supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring appropriate approvals and controls Assisting with monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations Using accounting systems and spreadsheets to input, reconcile and analyse financial data Supporting regulatory reporting and preparing data for FCA submissions Assisting with annual external audits, providing documentation and explanations as required Identifying and escalating discrepancies, errors or ..... full job details .....