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Accounts Assistant (Temporary) | Preston

3 to 6 Month Contract | Full-Time | Office Based (5 Days a Week)

Ready to get back into work straight away?

We're partnering with a well-established business in Preston that's looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on an immediate start temporary contract. If you're local, available now, and can hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

The role

You'll become part of a busy finance team, providing day-to-day support across a range of accounting duties, including:

Processing purchase and sales ledger invoicesBank reconciliationsAssisting with payment runsResolving supplier and customer queriesSupporting month-end activitiesMaintaining accurate financial records

We're looking for someone who

Has previous Accounts Assistant or finance administration experienceIs available to start immediatelyLives within a commutable distance of PrestonIs happy to work on-site Monday to FridayHas excellent attention to detail and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment

Why apply?

Immediate start with a quick interview process3 to 6 month contract with the possibility of extensionCompetitive hourly payFull-time office-based role with a supportive teamGreat opportunity to gain experience with a reputable local employer

Don't wait around

This is an urgent vacancy, and we're arranging interviews as applications come in. If you're immediately available and looking for your next Accounts Assistant opportunity in Preston, apply today with your latest CV.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Butler Rose Recruitment is exclusively partnering with a well-established, family-owned SME business based in the Preston South Ribble area to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a permanent basis.

Why this company?

You'll be joining a long-standing family-owned business where you'll play a pivotal role within a small, close-knit team.With plans for retirement, you'll be given a clear succession plan to progress into the Financial Controller position in the near future, with one-to-one training and development support to ensure you're completely ready and confident to step up!No two days will be the same, your role will be varied, and you'll be involved in management accounting, payroll, cash flow management, balance sheet reconciliations, stock reporting and month-end processes.

What you'll be doing in your new role.

As the Assistant Management Accountant, you'll support the day-to-day running of the finance function whilst contributing to the preparation of accurate financial information by…

Maintaining the Sage 50 general ledger across the business, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, payroll journals, fixed asset accounting, stock reporting and month-end journal postings.Preparing supplier reconciliations, supporting month-end reporting, reconciling balance sheet accounts and assisting with the production of monthly financial reports.Managing accounts payable processes from invoice entry through to payment preparation, maintaining strong supplier relationships and resolving invoice queries.Supporting outsourced payroll processes through preparation and submission of payroll data.Monitoring daily cash flow, assisting with bank reconciliations and helping to ensure effective control of working capital.

This position would be ideal for someone who would describe themselves as …

Well suited to working in a smaller organisation where they can play a pivotal role.Keen to learn, study and take on additional responsibilities.Experienced using Sage 50 or similar accounting software.Experienced within a similar role.

Ideally, we're looking for someone to be part-qualified (ACCA or CIMA) or actively working towards this.

The salary, benefits and hours!

£32,000 - £35,000 per annum depending upon experience, 32 days annual leave including bank holidays, parking on site (due to location, drivers are preferred), company pension and of course, the greatest benefit is the clear route to progression into the FC role. Working hours are Monday to Friday with the option to work from home one day per week following probation.

Interested? If this role sounds like it's a great fit for you and your future, please apply today! Successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted in person within 48 hours. Thank you and good luck!

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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