Senior accounts assistant

Radar Recruitment are exclusively working with a successful owner-managed company, based near Forest Hill, to support them in their search for a Senior Accounts Assistant. Due to internal promotion and associated succession planning, we are seeking an individual who has worked in a smaller organisation with a varied remit and is happy to come in and hit the ground running. Why Apply? An owner-led business which has a track record in retaining staff through development and care, the Owner takes a personal, hands-on approach to the company rsquo;s operations and as such, has an excellent relationship with his team. Operating in a niche market, the Owner credits their success (they are profitable) to their ability to offer a personal touch and excellent customer service where some of the larger names may struggle to. This is a newly created role which offers consistent development and support. Responsibilities: * Ownership of day-to-day finance operations * Supporting and mentoring an Accounts Assistant ndash; predominantly handles data entry and invoicing (purchase and sales) * Completion of payment runs * Supplier and customer point of contact for any financial queries * Payroll for circa 20 members of staff * VAT calculations and submissions * Supporting the preparation process for yearend and audit Profile: * AAT Qualified, ACCA/CIMA Studier, all to be considered * Minimum of 3-5 years rsquo; experience in finance/accounts * Exposure to Sage would be useful, must be comfortable manipulating information on Excel * Accustomed to a smaller business environment ndash; role can vary and be reactive depending on company requirements * Could have worked in one of the following capacities: Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper On Offer: * Circa GBP35k DOE * 24 days holiday + bank holiday * Free parking * Career prospects