Accountant

Reed Accountancy are currently recruiting for a permanent Accountant for our Tamworth based client. Details below: Duties and responsibilities: • Accounts payable, including obtaining authorisation for purchase invoices, matching with requisitions and raising purchase orders, entering, and regular supplier payment runs. • Accounts receivable, checking sales invoices against customer purchase orders, producing invoices, credit control and ensuring timely customer receipts. • Process expense payments. • Process company credit card transactions. • Process payroll, pension and benefits updates. • Assist in month end process and preparation of monthly management accounts. • Assist internal and external auditors with queries. • Assist in maintaining an organised finance department ensuring records are stored and maintained appropriately. • Assist in year-end process. • Provide cover to the Finance Manager as and when required. • Work within the confines of the Data Protection Act 1998; respecting the rights of Data Subjects and ability to exercise confidentiality at all times. • The role requires flexibility with hours of work at month end and year end and when it may be necessary to work longer hours to meet strict deadlines. • Assist with other tasks as needed and assigned by the Finance Manager. • Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation. • Maintain a good working relationship with other departments. • Assist in other areas of the company's operations (within capabilities) and other duties as required. Persons specification: • Account management experience with an understanding of accounting principles and practices. • AAT qualified or part qualified (ACCA or CIMA) or equivalent work experience. • IT literate with working knowledge of Excel (formulas, macros, look ups etc) and sound knowledge and experience of using finance systems. • Strong analytical skills and demonstrable numerical skills. • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Good problem-solving skills. • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Please apply if you are interested in this fantastic opportunity