Job Description

We are a leading independent testing and certification organisation with over 100 years of experience, we are seeking a detail-oriented

Accounts Assistant

to join our Accounts Team based in Trafford Park. Operating across multiple countries and currencies, we offer a dynamic and supportive finance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out monthly bank reconciliations for UK and overseas accounts Ensure accurate and timely data entry across accounting systems Post sales receipts and process payments and direct debits via the cash book Prepare the weekly "on-hold and paid proforma" report (one day per week) Assist with the issue of sales ledger proformas (two days per week) Maintain audit files and support audit preparation Manage company Mastercard transactions, including monthly journal postings Provide cover for purchase ledger duties when required

About You:

AAT qualified (or equivalent) or at least 3 years' experience in a similar role Experience with Sage 200/Sage CRM advantageous Strong Excel and Microsoft Word skills Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and bonus scheme 25 days' holiday Flexi-time system Health cover Contributory pension scheme
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a well-established, international organisation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Flexitime Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:

Manchester M17 1EH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Do you have knowledge of Sage 200 and Sage CRM?
Experience:

Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person