Accounts Assistant

Newport | £26,000 - £30,000 | 40 hours per week | Monday-Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced and detail-driven Accounts Assistant to join our client's busy finance team in Newport. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on more responsibility, support the strategic financial success of the business, and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to process improvements across the department.

Key Duties

• Process sales invoices, income, receipts, and payments efficiently and accurately.
• Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensuring financial records are maintained to the highest standard.
• Oversee day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements.
• Utilise QuickBooks or Sage to manage accounts and reporting functions effectively.
• Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to produce detailed reports, presentations, and data analysis.
• Resolve complex financial queries, offering support and guidance to junior members of the team.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements in finance processes.
• Assist with payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a broad accounting/finance role.
• AAT Level 3/4 qualification.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks or Sage accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• £250 employee referral reward.
• Employee discount for friends and family.
• Free on-site parking.

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and join a supportive, forward-thinking team, apply today with your CV or contact Zoe at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport for a confidential discussion.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.