Job Description:
Do you have a background in accounting / bookkeeping coupled with a commitment to providing outstanding customer service? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We are working on an exciting opportunity for a Support Accountant to join the team at an Edinburgh based software provider on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for providing front line accounting support to users via email, phone and web chat.
Skills/Experience:
Qualified to AAT level or be a qualified bookkeeper, or relevant experience within an accountancy / finance role
A good understanding of payroll, VAT and Self-Assessment is essential.
Highly computer-literate and web-savvy, understanding how crucial online engagement is to the success of any business.
Have experience of working with small businesses, a clear understanding of their issues, and a keen interest in how the right financial software can help them.
Have an advanced understanding of the accounting requirements of customers with the ability to explain complex reporting and accounting concepts to users in plain English, together with an advanced understanding and knowledge of the product and all functionalities.
Able to train other members of the team on an ongoing basis in relation to accounting and product.
Have experience of using a variety of bookkeeping and accounting software packages.
Possess excellent spoken and written communication skills; in particular, be able to explain accounting concepts to both our customers and to the technical team in clear, plain English.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide front-line support to our users – mainly by live chat and phone, and take responsibility for consistently responding accurately, promptly and fully in relation to both content and grammar.
Provide training to customers by way of outbound calls, both to people who are currently at free trial stage and to subscribers who request further training.
Help people who are interested in the product but who need more information to decide if it’s the right product for them.
Assist with product planning and with testing of new features or upgrades to existing functionality.
Have the skills and confidence to deliver webinars and seminars to customers.
Follow and influence processes and policies and suggest improvements by questioning existing ones and encouraging other team members to do the same.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15970
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Sales Ledger:
Create Sales Orders from Customer Purchase Orders
Maintain Sales Order Outstanding Reports and DRNI with PM’s and update
Raise Sales Invoices and Progress them to payment due date/chase debtors
Record customer receipts
Issue monthly statements/ reminders / statements to customers / chase receipts
Take legal action when required
Purchase Ledger:
Transfer electronic invoices from Suppliers Mail box to “day files”
Validate suppliers and ensure invoices are correct and payment terms match
Process Supplier invoices on Progress/Sage as applicable
Issue invoices requiring third party sign off to appropriate responsible person
Deal with any queries- price- quality- supply
Prepare schedules for payment for mid and end of month payments
Complete/Check credit account applications with suppliers
Accounts:
Perform End of Month on SAGE
Bank reconciliations- Petty Cash/ GBP/Euro/Savings
Check nominals Profit & loss/ Trial Balance
Check tax codes for VAT
Check VAT import statements
Check all invoices are uploaded
Chase PODS/Credit notes
Payroll:
Check all expense claims conform to Company guidelines
Check attendance/absences on Progress
Prepare schedules for HR
Record expenses to Project expenses tracker
Record expenses on Sage on Journals
General:
Assist with internal and external financial audits
Assist with utility audits/quality audits
Provide support to Financial Term and PM’s
Provide admin/Purchasing Support when required
Training:
Level 2 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard
Weekly attendance at Riverside College, Widnes
Training Outcome:
Once their apprenticeship has been completed there is the opportunity for them to be become a full time staff member of the TS team
From that point they will be able to progress to become a full account assistant and beyond
Employer Description:This company is trading as Tracoinsa System UK Ltd. This company designs, develops & delivers highly effective and efficient material handling solutions across a wide range of industries.
With highly experienced and dedicated engineering teams, lean manufacturing facilities and a dedicated after sales support unit, all committed to delivering excellence. Quality approval to ISO9001, 14001 & 45001 ensure that TS delivers highly effective, efficient and sustainable material handling solutions.
We are an established and highly respected engineering supplier to the automotive, aerospace, medical, energy, FMCG and OEM sectors since 1972.
Our philosophy is to provide the latest Material Handling Technologies within our products and services.
Tracoinsa’s engineering expertise includes:
• Automated handling systems
• Bespoke automated machinery
• Simultaneous engineering
• Conveyors and Handling Equipment
• Mechanical and Electrical design
• 3D virtual and discrete simulation
• Project Management
• In-house Manufacturing
• Assembly and inspection
• Try out and commissioning
Our talented and experienced team are committed to creating strong and lasting relationships with our customers by fully understanding their needs, maintaining a close working relationship and carefully managing large and small projects alike.
Tracoinsa System is a UK head quartered materials handling technology company that undertakes projects locally, nationally and globally. We have partners across Europe and the rest of the world so that we can offer global support and numerous engineering services.
We offer you innovative solutions that increase the performance of your facility through effective, efficient, robustly engineered, state of the art material handling systems. With a comprehensive product range, Tracoinsa Systems are a dynamic, technologically advanced company delivering innovative global turnkey material handling solutions.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 17:00 with a 30 min lunch break
and Friday, 08:00 - 14:30 with a 30 min lunch break
Where required (with suitable notice given) we do from time to time require some weekend work if the job cannot be completed during normal working hours.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Microsoft package knowledge,Proactive nature,Keen to learn,Good timekeeping is essential....Read more...
Finance Director – Borehamwood, HertfordshireLocation: Westgate Healthcare Head Office, Unit 3, Devonshire Business Park, Chester Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1NASalary: CompetitiveHours: 37.5 hours per weekShifts: 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Job type: PermanentAnnual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidaysWestgate Healthcare is an award-winning, family-run care home operator. We have 9 care homes across London, Essex, Herts and Bucks and we are growing with 2 further developments in the pipeline. In addition to the care homes, the company also owns a Holiday inn.The Finance Director should be qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), competent and experienced to manage the finances of Westgate Healthcare Group Ltd, including all subsidiaries and associated companies. They will be expected to take responsibility for the finance related functions of the business, liaise and provide timely information as required to internal and external bodies, take a service led approach to work to ensure that finance maintains a high reputation with clients, and take the initiative to work with the Directors to improve and grow the business, such as through monitoring of KPI’s, cost rationalisation and operational improvements and innovations.In their role, the Finance Director will take responsibility for the finance team, comprising staff dealing with management accounts, credit control, sales ledger, purchase ledger and payroll. They should lead the team and supervise and appraise each member, encouraging and assisting them to excel in the work place. The Finance Director will also be expected to liaise with the company’s care homes and hotel, assisting them and guiding them in dealing with financial affairs, such as fee negotiations, staff costing, purchase invoices and finance management on site.About the role:
Take charge of all finance functions for Westgate Healthcare and its subsidiaries, in conjunction with support from the finance team, and report to the Board of DirectorsEstablish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures in compliance with accepted policies and proceduresPrepare and review financial reporting on all subsidiaries, inter-company account reconciliations and consolidation of all company accounts to produce group level financial accountsPreparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and associated reports for each subsidiary company and the overall group, ensuring that internal and external deadlines are metCash flow forecasting, analysis and managementOversee and manage sales ledger and credit control. Liaise with the home managers and relevant LA and CCG’s to resolve bad debtsOversee and manage payroll and contact with HMRCOversee and manage purchase ledger department and invoice controlPreparation of statutory accounts and audit files, and liaise with external auditorsLiaise, in conjunction with CEO and Directors, with banks regarding loans, credit facilities, banking facilities, and associated covenants and KPI’s and future debt funding.Preparation and presentation of information required by banks, such as KPI’s, monthly fee and occupancy reports and quarterly financial and budget reportsVariance analysis of cost centres and margin analysis. Suggest and lead improvements resulting from thisProducing and monitoring annual budgets and company forecastsAssist homes in setting up and negotiating contracts with private clients, local councils, and NHSWork with Directors to negotiate with key suppliers, setting up home and group wide preferred supplier lists including insurance and utilities contracts.Set up new systems and procedures to enhance efficiency, such as making use of technology in this respectUse initiative to suggest improvements to the operations of the business and identify opportunities Hold regular business reviews with care home management on-site and also liaise with staff at the quarterly manager meetings held at Head OfficeDevelop and implement improvements on the finance side in conjunction with the CEO, such as securing bank loans and refinancing and improving policies and procedures
About you:
The right to live and work in the UKQualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with significant post qualification relevant experienceSignificant experience in the finance field, preferably in the care home industry, overseeing standard finance functionsSolid experience of finance related IT systems, e.g. Sage, XERO as well as basic Microsoft programs, with advanced excel skillsAdept in developing and mentoring a team to a high achieving standard whilst promoting a positive and collaborative working environmentStrong reporting skills and proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines and balance multiple objectivesStrong commercial acumen and be highly motivatedGood presentation skills, flexibility in approach and attitude, good leadership skills and attention to detail
Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.WGHROB....Read more...
Are you looking to launch your career in accountancy with a Top 20 UK firm? Would you value hands-on experience with a diverse client base, industry-leading ACA training, and a starting salary of £26,500,one of the highest for graduates in Birmingham? UHY Hacker Young Birmingham is offering the opportunity to join its highly regarded Graduate Scheme in Accountancy and Audit.This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious graduates to develop their careers within a growing national and international network, gaining early responsibility, personalised support, and a clear pathway for progression.UHY Hacker Young is a growing national network with 23 offices across the UK. The Birmingham office, located in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter near the City Centre, was established in 1989 and is part of a wider international network.The firm serves a diverse range of clients across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors, including:
Owner-managed businesses, from start-ups to established enterprisesUK-based companies with international subsidiariesNHS bodies, hospital trusts, and care organisationsSchools, including academies and multi-academy trustsHigh-net-worth individuals and familiesClients requiring consultancy support, including financial framework development and efficiency reviews
What's on Offer...
Competitive salary: £26,500 per annumACA training: Fully funded, face-to-face professional trainingIn-house training: Designed to enhance both professional development and exam successVaried experience: Hands-on exposure to a wide range of client types and sectorsClear progression: The firm actively supports internal promotions and career developmentWellbeing support: Simplyhealth package and regular social and sporting events
For further details about progression within the firm, applicants are encouraged to download "The Rise and Rise of the Graduate Accountant" from the UHY Birmingham website.Candidate Requirements...Essential Criteria:
Strong A-Level resultsA university degree (achieved or predicted 2:1 or higher), ideally in a mathematical or scientific discipline
Desired Attributes:
Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with clients at all levelsExceptional organisational skills with attention to detailAbility to work effectively both in a team and independentlyWillingness to work flexibly across different sectors and adapt to client needsEnthusiasm for contributing to both professional and social aspects of firm lifeAmbition to progress within the firm
Application ProcessUHY Hacker Young Birmingham welcomes applications from talented graduates looking to build a long-term career in accountancy and audit. While all applications will be reviewed, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week of the closing date.Please note: Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.....Read more...
