Accounts Assistant

Full-time, Permanent Air Sea Containers Ltd specialises in providing packaging solutions for the transport of dangerous goods. Operating since 1981, we are the first choice for a growing number of blue chip companies within the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, biomedical, retail and hospitality industries. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant within a friendly, family run business. This is a full time office based role working in our Birkenhead office. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. Key Responsibilities for the Accounts Assistant: Working independently and reporting directly to the Finance Director, this varied role includes the following responsibilities: Accurately match, code and enter purchase ledger invoices into Sage Accounts payable (generate weekly and monthly payments, statement reconciliation to creditors) Maintain costing information in the Price Book and Purchase Invoice Register Booking in stocks from supplier delivery notes and maintaining bill of material stocks Month end reports including stock valuation and ad hoc reports for Directors Year end stock take including investigation of errors and reporting Bank reconciliation Cashbook payments and allocation Petty cash and expenses Production of Quarterly VAT returns Liaising with Sales Department, setting up of new customer accounts and credit checks Ad hoc administration duties as requested Experience and Skills Required for the Accounts Assistant: Proven experience in Accounts Assistant role Ability to work independently using own initiative AAT Level 2 or equivalent qualification Proficient use of accounts software, preferably Sage 200 Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Excellent communication, time management and organisation skills Strong literacy and numeracy skills What we offer: Steady and secure role in a well established company Friendly and supportive office environment Well equipped modern offices On site secure parking Training will be given Opportunity for additional responsibilities 20 days holiday with one additional day after one year for every 12 months service up to 25 days plus bank holidays Salary of £27,500 to £32,500 pa dependent on experience If you are interested in the role of Accounts Assistant and have the required skills and experience, please apply now. Our Recruitment Privacy Policy is available on our website. No recruitment agencies please. ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Birkenhead, GB

Posted Date: 1/10/2025