Accounts Trainee / Assistant Accountant

Your new company
An established organisation located on the outskirts of Colchester, my client due to internal promotion is seeking a proactive and driven individual looking for their first or second step in accounting.

Your new role
Working as part of a professional and supportive accounts team, the key focus of the role will be managing the accounts payable function alongside assisting with a range of duties across the department.
- Processing and coding purchase invoices
- Supplier database maintenance
- Query resolution
- Support with payment runs
- Assist with bank reconciliations
- Assist with VAT returns
- Assist with month-end processes

What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will have started their AAT studies or studied for a relevant college course / A levels, demonstrating a clear interest in progressing a career within the accounting field. Confident IT skills and strong attention to detail will be essential. A confident approach to learning new systems and procedures will be key.

What you'll get in return
- £20000 - £26000 (dependent on experience / qualification)
- AAT study support
- Supportive work environment with full training provided

What you need to do now

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