Accounts Assistant
Join Our Team as an Accounts Assistant!
Location: Bromsgrove
Contract: 14-month Fixed Term, maternity cover - 35 hours per week
Salary: £23,500 per annum
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Polaris, we believe in making a difference. As one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for every child in our care. Join us, and be part of something truly impactful!
What We Offer
- 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Free on-site parking
Your Role
We are excited to welcome an Accounts Assistant to our expanding team at our head office in Bromsgrove. In this role, you will provide comprehensive and flexible accounts processing and administrative support within the management accounts team and the wider finance department.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts for assigned entities.
- Reconcile and substantiate balance sheet accounts as directed by the Finance Manager.
- Manage cashflow, purchase cards, and the petty cash process.
- Input and approve outgoing payments from the group.
- Build effective relationships to maintain a strong financial control environment.
- Continuously strive for process improvement and efficiency across functions.
- Develop your skills through professional studies and hands-on experience.
What We're Looking For
- Proficiency in the full Microsoft Suite, especially Excel.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong commitment to confidentiality.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience or understanding of accounts payable/receivable and management accounts production is a plus.
- Experience in a finance function within a large organization is advantageous.
- AAT Part Qualified is desirable.
Join Us in Making a Difference!
At Polaris, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check.
Note: We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.
