Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant | Bury | Permanent | Office Based | £30,000

Marks Sattin are delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent contract.

As the Assistant Accountant you will support the company's accounting department with their day to day functions by carrying out entry-level accounting duties such as reconciling accounts, managing payroll and preparing financial reports.

Responsibilities:

• Updating and reconciling financial ledgers.
• Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets for the company.
• Preparing financial documents such as purchase orders and bank statements.
• Verifying company expenses, bank deposits and bank payments.
• Reporting discrepancies, mistakes or potential fraud to senior management.
• Complying with financial laws and regulations alongside in-house policies.
• Researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely fashion.
• Process payments accurately on the bank - working in various currencies.
• Assistant the Finance Manager with month end duties, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation.
• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Credit Control.
• Managing Payroll.

Requirements:

• Have similar experience in a previous role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mathematical skills and in-depth knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles.
• In-depth understanding of analytics.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with accounting software, such as Xero or QuickBooks.

Interviews will be happening shortly so please apply or send your CV over to