Trainee Assistant Accountant

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

The Opportunity

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 enjoy

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

You will need

• 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

Apply now

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