Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant Location: Malvern Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Hours: (Apply online only) (Monday-Friday) Our client, an established business based in Malvern, is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to support the smooth functioning of the accounts department and take on a broad range of responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Process purchase invoices, track against orders and delivery notes, and resolve disputes or discrepancies. Ensure invoices are correctly coded to nominal and budget codes using Hubdoc. Create and send student invoices via Xero to parents and agents. Produce monthly creditors lists and assist with end-of-month journals, accruals, and prepayments. Raise weekly BACS runs for invoices due and post them to the ledger, ensuring all information is accurately recorded for reconciliation. Perform monthly reconciliations of the purchase ledger and bank accounts, ensuring accurate coding and entry onto Sage. Reconcile credit card payments against authorised orders and calculate expenses. Process monthly payroll, including statutory year-end returns, P60s, and pension submissions. Address staff payroll queries and maintain accurate payroll records. Assist with processing new staff, including DBS applications, and maintain employee personnel files, ensuring GDPR compliance. Manage workplace and Teachers' pension schemes, submitting monthly and year-end reports. Provide assistance with queries from students, staff, and agents, and help manage petty cash, student deposit accounts, and utilities contracts. Perform ad hoc duties as needed to support the accounts department.Candidate Profile: Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role is essential, with a strong understanding of purchase ledgers, payroll, and invoicing. Proficiency in Xero and Sage is desirable, alongside excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of GDPR compliance and HR-related processes is beneficial. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and liaise with various stakeholders.Benefits: Competitive salary ranging from £27,000 to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience. On-site access to a gym and swimming pool free to use. Free meals provided by the canteen. Possibility of hybrid working arrangementsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join an established business in a varied and hands-on role, offering career development and a supportive working environment. For more information or to apply, please contact us today