Trainee Assistant Accountant

Trainee Assistant Accountant | £21,000 + study support package | Dewsbury area

Are you looking to progress your career within a fast paced, modern and exciting growth SME. You will ideally be studying (or looking to start) your AAT qualification which will be fully supported by the company. The role is a great opportunity to get a broad experience within the finance function, covering all aspects of purchase ledger, sales ledger & credit control.

You will be given chance to get more involved in the full finance function downstream as you progress within the role.

The business is expanding rapidly, and is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking for their first role within finance.

You will work within a collaborative and friendly finance team and have lots of opportunity to work alongside wider business areas to gain a firm understanding of the group.

The role will initially include:

• Purchase ledger including payment runs and resolving all associated queries where required
• Matching purchase orders to the system
• Month end statement reconciliation
• Supporting with VAT return
• Inputting/ matching delivery notes to purchase orders on the system
• Responsibility for maintaining timely payments for own set of accounts – contacting clients where appropriate and building relationships
• Managing queries from clients and other departments on a daily basis
• Posting cash payments – querying errors where appropriate

• A proactive approach and a keenness to progress
• Experience within a ledger clerk role or similar would be an advantage
• To be highly motivated
• Proactive approach to solving problems
• Strong qualifications from GCSE or A Level highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident with using IT systems

If you would like to be considered for the Trainee Assistant Accountant role please click ‘apply now’ or contact our team direct.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ARG260423