Our client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to provide general financial and accounting assistance to the financial department. The role is a combination of administrative assistance and accounting support. You must be able to run your own desk as well as perform higher-level functions, such as processing invoices and handling accounts receivable requests. Working under the supervision of the Finance Director, but many of the duties are performed with little or no supervision. So must be self-motivated and comfortable working under minimal supervision. Duties Various financial and accounting functions. Assist with filing annual or quarterly tax returns Processing accounts receivable transactions Making and recording deposits Performing bank reconciliations Preparing financial reports and forecasts Assisting in budget planning and maintaining ledgers and accounting books or software (SAP) Intercompany reconciliation Checking and posting staff expenses (Concur) Month end tasks, accounts payable. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be familiar with SAP. Working in a busy office environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Hardworking individual. Attention to detail. Willing to learn and progress. Strong excel skills are desirable. Experience within high volume admin environment. Clean Criminal Record Proficient in computer software programs, such as Microsoft office applications. Experience with office equipment such as fax machines, copiers and scanners. Excellent mathematical skills. Knowledge of accounting and financial principles Work Hours / Environment 39 hours per week - 1-hour lunch £24k - £26k depending on experience Company pension contribution 25 days holiday per year Bupa PHI Perkbox