Accounts Assistant - Part Time - (20 hours per week)

• Accounts Assistant - Part Time - (20 hours per week)
• 14250 per annum
• Torquay - TQ1 1DE
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 to 14:00

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactiveAccounts Assistanton a part time basis to join our Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in accounting and finance within a supportive and professional environment. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring that all accounting processes are completed efficiently and in line with internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with administration centres and branch locations to resolve queries and gather missing information
• Process internal cheque requisitions and cashbook entries including payments and returned transactions
• Assist the Management Accountant with monthly reconciliations and reporting
• Reconcile company bank accounts on a monthly basis
• Support month-end processes and ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain accurate filing and posting of financial documents
• Share best practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide administrative support to the Accountant and Financial Controller as needed
• Uphold company standards and act as a positive ambassador at all times
• Participate in relevant training and development opportunities

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role is desirable
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity

What We Offer

We have family friendly policies and can offer flexible working as well as:

Comprehensive training for all our roles and opportunities to achieve industry recognised qualifications.

• Reward and recognition scheme
• Regular feedback surveys and opportunities to join project group
• Employee assistance service

In addition to your salary you will also receive:

• 23 days annual leave increasing to 26 days with service plus bank holidays
• An opportunity to join our Annual Reward Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension
• Family and friends discounts
• Christmas vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye care
• Refer a friend scheme

About Us

We are proud to be part of theFuneral Partnersfamily one of the UKs leading funeral providers. We offer a sensitive professional service and are committed to setting new standards of excellence across the industry.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. They come from all walks of life and bring with them a shared dedication to delivering exceptional care. Dont just take our word for it find out what our colleagues have to say by visiting our website.

Learn more: Partners Ltdis committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age disability sex gender reassignment sexual orientation pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment and selection process please do not hesitate to contact our HR team on0or via any assistance.

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Funeral Partners is the third largest funeral services provider in the UK with over 240 funeral homes almost 1000 employees overseeing over 20000 funerals annually.