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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and driven Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic finance team within a rapidly expanding Tech company. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building processes, enjoys analysing data to inform business decisions, and can handle core month-end duties with precision. You will work closely with the Head of Finance and a dynamic Finance team, in a fast-paced environment that offers ample opportunities for growth and development.
* Join a rapidly expanding Tech company
* Work closely with a dynamic finance team
* Opportunity to build efficient processes and analyse data to inform business decisions
What you'll do:
As an Accounts Assistant, your role will be pivotal in supporting the growth of our client's organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include understanding business expenses, preparing and managing accruals and prepayments, as well as accurately coding bank transactions. You will also be tasked with maintaining the expense management system, analysing expenditure trends, and collaborating with the finance team to reduce outstanding debtors. This role offers you the chance to develop your skills in comprehensive balance sheet analysis, cash flow analyses, forecasts, reporting, debtor collections, and more.
* Understand business expenses and ensure accurate coding
* Prepare and manage accruals and prepayments
* Analyse spending to optimise costs and identify savings opportunities
* Accurately code bank transactions into the business accounts
* Reconcile records with the bank on a monthly basis
* Ensure the expense management system is maintained and up to date
* Collaborate with the finance team to reduce outstanding debtors by contacting customers and ensuring prompt payments
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this Accounts Assistant position is technically proficient in MS Excel. You should have the ability to handle sensitive financial information discreetly while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with stakeholders at all levels. A fast-paced environment suits you best as you are willing to learn, grow, and take on challenges. Your analytical mindset coupled with your commitment to accuracy makes you stand out. Efficiency is your second nature as you consistently meet targets and deadlines.
* Technical proficiency in MS Excel
* Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion
* Strong interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels
* Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a willingness to learn, grow, and take on challenges
* Analytical mindset with a commitment to accuracy
* Highly efficient with excellent time management to meet targets and deadlines
What sets this company apart:
Our client offers a fast-paced environment with ample opportunities for growth and development. They will offer full study support for ACCA/CIMA and offer a hybrid working model. Your contributions will also play a key role in shaping the success of this organisation.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Accounts Assistant
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum + Study Support ACCA/CIMA
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Manchester
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: TK3ZO2-18EFB43E
Date posted: 11 March 2025
Consultant: Kris Shackley
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