Accounts Assistant (Accounting Technician)
Following a period of continued growth and expansion a superb opportunity has arisen for an experienced and AAT qualified accounts professional with a high level of attention to detail, to join the team at Parry & Co in Llangefni, North Wales.
Who will I be working with?
Parry & Co provide accountancy, taxation and business growth consultancy services for small to medium-sized businesses and individuals across North Wales and beyond. The close knit team of dedicated, reliable and client focused employees provide a proactive, flexible and professional service, and have built an outstanding reputation and strong relationships. The business provides a bilingual service to support a high number of Welsh speaking clients.
Superb facilities and modern open plan offices at Parry & Co provide a pleasant working environment, whilst colleagues and clients also benefit from the latest technology to aid efficiency.
So, what will the role of Accounts Assistant entail?
As an Accounts Assistant you’ll be part of the small accounts team, and take a proactive approach to achieve efficient and accurate processing of accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients, providing outstanding levels of service. Your duties will include although not be limited to:
- Completing bank reconciliations
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Creating journal entries
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Processing and submitting VAT and tax returns
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Assisting with the preparation of accounts
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Entering transactions onto software for clients with manual bookkeeping records
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Maintaining data on Excel spreadsheets and cloud based accountancy software
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Processing client payrolls
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Taking a proactive approach with contacting clients to gather outstanding information required to meet accounting deadlines
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Maintaining good working relationships both internally and externally
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Supporting colleagues with tasks as part of a flexible accounts team
What will I need to be considered for this Accounts Assistant vacancy?
- AAT qualified along with proven accounts experience
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Proactive and professional approach to work
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Confident, enthusiastic and self-motivated
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A positive and “can do” approach to work and willingness to go the extra mile
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work autonomously
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Superb numeracy skills with a high level of attention to detail
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Ability to work calm under pressure and remain professional at all times
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Accurate and timely data entry skills
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IT literacy with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
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Superb communication skills both written and verbal
Experience within a private accountancy practice environment would be advantageous, although not essential, as would the ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.
What will I receive in return?
You’ll be joining a reputable business with solid foundations and plans for growth where your efforts will be noticed and rewarded.
Salary: Dependent on current experience and qualifications
Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm. Flexibility will be required to meet business and client needs
Contract Type: Permanent
Interested? Send me your CV together witha brief outline of why you think you are the one for us to will@parryco.co.uk.