Accounts Assistant
An independently owned company in Cardiff are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on a permanent basis.
Working closely with the Managing Director, this is a crucial appointment to oversee the financial operations, including managing day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts preparation and financial reporting.
The company are in a fast paced, B2C sector where change is often and each day is varied.
Accounts Assistant duties
- Bookkeeping – record day-to-day financial transactions, reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and petty cash,
- Invoicing – prepare and send invoices in a timely manner, track outstanding payments and follow up on overdue accounts.
- Support end of year accounts preparation.
- Profit & Loss (P&L) reporting – prepare P&L statements, produce quarterly P&L reports to support strategic planning.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
- Maintain accurate and organised financial records, manage digital and paper filing systems for invoices, receipts and other financial documents.
Accounts Assistant person specification
- Proven experience in a Finance Assistant role.
- Demonstrates professional development.
- Strong knowledge of VAT processes and HMRC requirements.
- Proficiency with accounting software, ideally Xero.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
An excellent opportunity to join a vibrant business that has made a significant impression on Cardiff’s local economy.
Hybrid Working policy – three days in the office, two from home.
If this role is not quite right for you but you know someone suitable, be sure to use our £500 Candidate Referral Scheme.
Bowen Eldridge is acting as a Finance Recruitment Agency.