Accounts Administrator in Chelmsford - Pursuit Resources Group

Accounts Administrator - Hybrid | Permanent - Competitive salary and excellent benefits

Are you AAT qualified and looking for your next step in a finance role? We are currently recruiting for multiple roles on behalf of a well-established financial services client. We are looking for four Accounts Administrators / Finance Administrators to join their growing Corporate Support team on a permanent basis.

This role would suit someone with at least 6 months' experience in an accounts or finance function; AAT level 3+.

Full training will be provided and study support is available following successful completion of the probationary period.

Please note: this role requires flexibility during month-end periods, where overtime may be required (typically up to 6pm). Standard working hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Important: Due to the location of our client, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

The Role

Reporting to the Corporate Support Manager, you will provide accurate and compliant administrative support across a range of financial processes, reporting activities and internal projects. Key duties will include:

• Processing daily financial transactions including purchase invoices, sales invoices and expenses
• Managing cash management activities across EMEA offices, including internal cash transactions and regular bank, supplier and customer reconciliations
• Managing multi-currency transactions, including foreign currency postings, exchange rate monitoring and account reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting local and foreign VAT returns in line with regulatory deadlines
• Assisting with monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations and financial statement production
• Performing monthly balance sheet control reviews and general ledger monitoring
• Supporting financial consolidation by compiling branch and profit centre data for group reporting
• Preparing supporting workings for statutory financial statement disclosures
• Assisting with audit preparation by collating documentation and responding to auditor queries
• Monitoring departmental shared mailboxes daily, delegating and resolving queries in line with company SLA guidelines
• Contributing to departmental improvement projects

Skills & Experience

• Accounting qualification (full or part), with a minimum of AAT Level 3 or equivalent - AAT Level 2 candidates with relevant work experience within an accounts role will also be considered
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Previous experience in accounting, accounts payable or financial administration preferred (1-2 years)
• Experience using SAP or Sage accounting software is desirable
• Experience with Power BI is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail with good organisational and time management skills
• Methodical approach to problem solving with strong verbal and written communication

Benefits Package

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home (following probation)
• Holiday: 30 days inclusive of Bank Holidays (Bank Holidays are worked; 3 additional days granted around your wedding)
• Pension: 5% employer / 4% employee contributions (salary sacrifice scheme available)
• Life Assurance: 4x salary from day one
• Income Protection: 75% of salary for up to 3 years (after 6 months' service)
• Private Medical Insurance: BUPA healthcare cover (after probation)
• Dental Insurance included
• Company Sick Pay: 5 days during probation, rising to 4 weeks on passing
• Personal Leave: 12 hours per holiday year (after probation)
• Maternity Leave: 3 months full pay
• Paternity/Parental Leave: 2 weeks full pay

To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with our team today.