Our client, a well-established business located in Cradley Heath, is in search of a Full-Time Assistant Accountant for a permanent position. The ideal candidate must possess relevant experience in a similar role, preferably with a background in Engineering or Manufacturing. This opportunity offers the right candidate a chance to contribute significant value to the business and become an integral part of the team.

Reporting to the Financial Controller within a small and busy team, the role entails responsibilities such as posting Sales Ledger receipts, generating Aged Debtors Analysis Reports on a weekly basis, and handling queries to ensure authorised payments within specified payment terms. Additional duties involve the reconciliation of the Purchase Ledger Control Account, management of the Cash Book and Bank Accounts (including monthly reconciliation to bank statements), and oversight of the Petty Cash Book. The role also includes processing monthly payrolls onto the system, including RTI submissions and control of PAYE, NI, GST, VAT deductions/payments. Furthermore, tasks encompass the production and distribution of P11d’s, P45’s, P60’s, and any other necessary forms. The posting of essential transfers and journals to the Nominal Ledger and Nominal Control Accounts is required, along with handling pension administration. Proficiency in MS Excel and Pegasus Opera is essential.