Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Nova Stars Group

Nova Stars Group is looking for an organised, reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team at Head Office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in finance, accounts and payroll administration who enjoys working with figures, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of a busy finance department.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations, payroll processing and general accounts administration.

The Role

As Accounts Assistant, you will provide day-to-day financial, payroll and administrative support to the business, ensuring that financial information is processed accurately, records are maintained and deadlines are met.

You will work closely with the wider finance team, management and other departments across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Finance and Accounts

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Processing purchase and sales invoices, matching invoices to purchase orders and maintaining accurate financial records.

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Managing purchase and sales ledger activities, processing supplier payments and assisting with payment runs.

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Reconciling supplier statements, investigating discrepancies and supporting bank reconciliations.

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Monitoring outstanding invoices and assisting with credit control.

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Assisting with the preparation of financial reports, spreadsheets and management information.

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Handling finance-related queries from suppliers, customers and internal colleagues.

Payroll Administration

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Assisting with the preparation and processing of the monthly payroll.

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Collecting and checking timesheets, overtime, absences and other payroll information.

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Processing new starters, leavers and employee changes for payroll purposes.

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Assisting with PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions and other statutory deductions.

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Maintaining accurate and confidential payroll records and responding to employee payroll queries.

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Assisting with holiday pay, sick pay and other employee payments.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

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Previous experience in a finance, accounts or bookkeeping administrative role.

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AAT qualification or currently studying towards an accounting qualification.

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Good numerical skills and strong attention to detail.

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Good organisational and time-management skills.

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Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Professional, proactive approach with good communication skills.

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Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Desirable:

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Previous experience assisting with or processing payroll.

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Experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger and financial reconciliations.

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Understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and pension contributions.

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Experience using accounting or payroll software.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary of £28,500 per annum.

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Monday to Friday working hours, 9:00am–5:00pm.

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Full-time, permanent position.

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Office-based role at Nova Stars Group Head Office.

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Opportunity to develop your finance, accounts and payroll skills within a growing business.

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Supportive working environment and the opportunity to become an integral part of the finance function.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is trustworthy, organised, enthusiastic and takes pride in producing accurate work.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of day-to-day finance and accounts processes, alongside experience or knowledge of payroll administration. They will be confident managing their workload, maintaining confidentiality and communicating professionally with colleagues, suppliers and external contacts.

We are looking for someone who is willing to get involved, use their initiative and become a valued member of the Nova Stars Group team