Accounts Assistant / Trainee Accountant Somerton, East of England, England
Job description
Accounts Assistant / Trainee Accountant
S Morris Ltd is a private family-owned company with over 100 years of history. We are a leading supplier of ready-mix concrete and concrete products to the construction industry in the Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire, Dorset and Hampshire markets.
We pride ourselves on providing world class customer service, from first point of contact right through to delivery. It is essential the same high level of quality, service and customer satisfaction is experienced by all.
We are looking for a Trainee Accountant to join our finance department based near Somerton, Somerset. You will be provided with study support to train to towards an accountancy qualification.
Purpose of the job
You will play a key role within the accounts team, being responsible for credit control, ensuring that sales invoices are processed in a timely manner and subsequently paid. You will perform bank and other reconciliations and prepare reports used in the month end process. You will build relationships both internally and with key customers, and provide all-round outstanding service within the accountancy team and supporting all the general head office functions. Training will be provided and the role will progress to complete more complex accounting and taxation tasks as you gain experience.
Key Skills
· Ability to work accurately and efficiently with an eye for detail.
· Self-motivated and enthusiastic individual.
· Effective time management to ensure deadlines are met.
· To work well as part of a team, whilst taking responsibility for own tasks.
· Excel skills
The successful candidate with be educated to at least A-level or equivalent. Degree qualified applicants could commence studying the ACCA qualification without first completing the AAT qualification. A desire to study towards a professional accountancy qualification is essential.
What’s on offer?
An excellent starting salary, which will increase as you progress towards an accountancy qualification. Study support will be provided.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Somerset, TA11 7AN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 03/03/2023
