Job Description

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We are currently seeking a Junior Accountant to join a rapidly growing family-run business based in Deeside, Wales. As a Junior Accountant you are required to be a strategic, analytical, and detail-oriented professional, responsible for overseeing the finance of the organisation. This role requires an expertise in bookkeeping practices, financial reporting, and a good understanding in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The Junior Accountant plays a vital role in supporting financial management, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Input financial data into accounting software and maintain organized and up-to-date financial records.
• Accurately record and maintain financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Process supplier orders, invoices, payment schedules, and reconcile accounts payable.
• Issue and track customer invoices, manage collections, and reconcile accounts receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure that financial records align with bank balances.

• Optimise cash flow management to ensure sufficient liquidity for daily operations and future investments.
• Monitor and record company expenses, ensuring adherence to budgetary allocations.
• Manage and monitor the organization\'s budget, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
• Provide guidance to department managers on budgetary matters and cost control measures.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statement\'s.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, cost assessments, to provide insights to senior management.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support the organization\'s financial goals.
• Present financial data to senior management and stakeholders in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Assist in payroll preparation, including tracking hours worked, calculating wages, and processing payroll.

• Identify financial risks and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization\'s financial assets.

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and company policies.
• Coordinate and support financial audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

• Proven experience as a Junior Accountant or bookkeeper seeking to step up.
• Proficient user of finance software (SAGE preferably)
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy in financial data entry and analysis
• Familiarity with accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation regulations.
• A solid understanding of accounting principles and procedures
• Professional qualification such as CIMA / ACCA or similar are desirable but QBEs also considered.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Organisational and time management skills to manage multiple financial tasks efficiently.
• A bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field would be preferred.

• Monday - Thursday: 07:30-16:30
• Friday: 07:30-15:30

• Salary \xc2\xa335,000
• Flexible houses
• Free parking with free electric charging points
• Reward schemes
• Progression opportunities
• Pro-training
• Birthday off
• 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Universal Business Team