Accounts/Finance Assistant

Position Title:Accounts Administrator (Fixed Term - 12 Months)Location:Leyland site, with travel to Thornton site as requiredWorking Hours:37.5 hours per weekMonday to FridaySalary:£36,901.09 per annum<hr style="text-align: center;" /> Job SummaryThe Accounts Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining and reconciling purchase and general ledger accounts, administering payroll processes, and providing essential support to the Finance Department.This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.<hr style="text-align: center;" /> Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Records Administration<ul><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with policies and procedures</li><li>Record financial transactions in ledgers and accounting systems</li><li>Process invoices, payments, and statements</li><li>Process payroll data</li><li>Monitor KPIs, including first-time match rate and retrospective purchase orders</li></ul>Preparation and Reconciliation of Financial Information<ul><li>Prepare, reconcile, and provide reporting of payroll data</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements to ledger records</li><li>Manage trackers to monitor expenditure for cost centre budgets and projects</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation of master data changes</li><li>Support reconciliation of cost performance to aid financial decision-making</li></ul>Financial Reporting<ul><li>Assist with month-end procedures and management reporting</li><li>Participate in monthly budget meetings with budget holders</li><li>Prepare forecast information for designated cost centres</li><li>Support ad hoc finance projects as required</li></ul>Compliance and Regulation<ul><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and inspections</li></ul>Systems Maintenance and Improvement<ul><li>Maintain integrity of financial systems through effective data management</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and implement efficiencies, including automation</li></ul>Customer Service<ul><li>Act as a point of contact for internal teams and external suppliers</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies and disputes promptly</li><li>Monitor and report on aged creditors and follow up on outstanding payments</li></ul><hr style="text-align: center;" /> Essential Skills and Knowledge<ul><li>AAT Level 3 or equivalent experience</li><li>Strong understanding of the financial cycle and core finance processes</li><li>Experience with financial systems (e.g. CODA, Iplicit or similar)</li><li>Knowledge of governance, segregation of duties, and internal controls</li><li>Understanding of procure-to-pay processes</li><li>Experience in purchase ledger, payroll, and general ledger activities</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word</li><li>Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li></ul><hr style="text-align: center;" /> Desirable (Training Can Be Provided)<ul><li>Awareness of relevant legislation and compliance standards</li><li>Experience supporting external audits</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team</li><li>A proactive, safety-conscious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement</li></ul> Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Accounts Administrator

Blue Arrow is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Assistant to join a growing business within the fast-paced digital advertising industry. This role is best suited to someone who can work with minimal supervision, take ownership of key finance processes, and operate confidently in a fast-moving environment Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Full ownership of daily and monthly bank reconciliations </li><li>Active cashflow monitoring and reporting </li><li>Processing and managing supplier payments </li><li>Performing detailed revenue reconciliations </li><li>Supporting month-end close and financial reporting </li><li>Assisting in improving finance processes and controls </li></ul>Essential Requirements (Applications without these may not be considered)<ul><li>2+ years' experience in a finance or accounts role </li><li>Proven experience with bank and balance sheet reconciliations </li><li>Strong working knowledge of Excel (e.g. formulas, lookups, data handling) </li><li>Experience supporting month-end processes </li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail </li><li>Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience using Accounts IQ </li><li>Experience in a fast-paced or high-volume environment </li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience </li><li>Stable, full-time permanent role </li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment </li><li>Real opportunity for progression as the business grows </li></ul>Apply NowIf you are a reliable and detail-driven finance professional looking for a role with ownership and progression, we encourage you to apply.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Senior Finance Assistant (Experienced)

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of general finance administration. Salary:£27,300 - £14.00PH !!20 hours a week !! Your main responsibilities in the Accounts Assistant position will include -* Posting and allocating customer payments* Performing bank and account reconciliations* Supporting the management of debtor accounts* Assisting with sales ledger administration* Raising invoices and credit notes* Resolving finance and payment queries* Supporting month-end finance processes* Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation* Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties Key Requirements -* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or transactional finance role* Good understanding of finance processes* Experience with reconciliations and/or cash posting* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills* Confident communication skills* Good Excel and finance systems knowledge* Positive and team-focused approach This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business For further information on the Accounts Assistant position, please apply now.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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