Assistant Accountant 12 Month Contract

Dot Recruit ,
Blackburn, Lancashire
Salary: £23,000 per annum

Overview

The Employer and Opportunity A third generation family run business who have been established in Blackburn for over 60 years are now seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to for a 12 month fixed term contract due to pending maternity leave. The close knit team within this small company love that no two days are the same. The team are diverse and dedicated and turn their hands to any task in order to contribute to the wider business objectives. This role would ideally suit a likeminded individual who enjoys a varied and busy role. Duties and Responsibilities Working closely with the Group Accountant and General Manager your responsibilities will include; Processing purchase invoices and paying suppliers Raising sales invoices and chasing overdue accounts Producing various reports for heads of department and to assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts Bank reconciliation and petty cash management Balance Sheet Reconciliation VAT Returns Payroll processing Accruals and Prepayments Handling supplier and customer queries Ad hoc project work Requirements The successful candidate will be confident liaising with people at all levels both face to face and over the phone. You will be a strong team player and will be happy to support various other departments during busy periods. Experience posting journals, VAT returns and balance sheet reconciliation is essential , other duties can be trained. The Rewards Employees receive an inclusive and supportive working environment and benefit from a generous salary and benefits package. You will also receive 29 days annual leave (pro-rata), pension contribution, on-site parking and a casual dress code. The Application Applicants will be reviewed regularly and those that are a suitable match will be contacted and provided with more information before details are sent to the hiring manager. Interviews will be held over the next fortnight. Apply now for immediate consideration via the link to Phoebe at Dot Recruit Ltd.