Accounts Assistant | Telford | Hybrid | £28,000 - £31,000 | Permanent
Seymour John are proud to be partnering with a well-established business based in Telford to recruit a conscientious and solutions-focused Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to join a supportive finance team in a varied role offering both autonomy and collaboration.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key part in the day-to-day finance operations while also providing ad-hoc support to other areas of the business as needed. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility to work from home part of the week.
Key Responsibilities:
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Processing purchase and sales invoices
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Updating and reconciling payments
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General ledger maintenance and reconciliations
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Processing travel and staff expenses
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Supporting audits and preparing documentation as required
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Performing credit checks on new and existing customers
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Assisting with credit control duties, including chasing outstanding debts
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Bank and supplier statement reconciliations
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Assisting with payroll and VAT returns
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Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
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Providing administrative and financial support to other departments when required
The Ideal Candidate:
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Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts assistant role
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Solid understanding of general accounting principles and ledgers
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Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Confident working independently and as part of a team
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Proficient in Excel and financial/accounting systems
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A proactive and flexible approach to supporting wider business functions
To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Seymour John today
