Assistant Accountant

An opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join an established business in Altrincham. This key role is to support the accountant in the financial control of the business; ensuring all given tasks are carried out accurately and efficiently. Duties & responsibilities:  Assist in monthly management accounts preparation Reconcile Contracts module periodically to ensure procedures are being followed Reconcile and clear Nominal Ledger accounts as instructed Control hire fleet – invoicing, on and off hiring, asset register Input and code cash book payments/receipts Maintain accurate Fixed Asset/Demo/SDH/Used Write Down schedules Support any data entry into computer system Assist in preparation of year end accounts Maintain Company petty cash records Administer insurances, Company vehicle records, MOTs and Taxes Prepare VAT return quarterly Prepare Bank reconciliation Periodically check petty cash/parts floats To be aware of company policy relating to Health and Safety Complete monthly Salesmen commission sheets for management approval Complete analysis as required Complete monthly Sales Reconciliation to Purchase ledger following up outstanding items Allocate monthly support received from manufacturer and issue lists of outstanding support and chase sales management/manufacturer for outstanding items Reconcile physical stock costs to vehicle stock module Release ‘Cost of Sale Provisions’ from stock module upon internal charge from Service Dept and verify discrepancies Visit other depots periodically to perform and reconcile stock checks Raise supplier payments on bank after carrying out necessary checks Raise customer refunds on bank after carrying out necessary checks Deputise for Accountant in their absence Any other ad-hoc tasks as may be required  As a recruitment specialist with over 26 years of local experience, I work closely with each Client and Candidate to understand each of their personal requirements. Should this position not fit your criteria as a Candidate, but you are seeking a new opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in touch for a thorough and confidential discussion on future roles and opportunities your new employer Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites