Senior Accounts AssistantSwansea City

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

We’re excited to be recruiting a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Accounts Assistant to join our busy Accounts Department at the Swansea.com Stadium, home of Swansea City AFC.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic football club environment, support the day-to-day financial operations of the Club, and progress your career in finance.

Reporting to the Accounts Supervisor, this role will involve the following duties: 

• Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger Administration
• Cash book maintenance
• Sales ledger activities, including the creation of sales invoices and chasing of debtors
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Processing purchase invoices and supplier payments
• Handling petty cash transactions and reconciliations
• Supporting month end and year end accounting processes
• Assisting and reviewing the work of junior members of staff; and 
• General finance related administrative tasks. 

About The Candidate

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience working in an accounts or finance administration role.
• Working knowledge of sales ledger and purchase ledger processes.
• Experience processing invoices, payments and bank reconciliations.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and work with confidential information

Essential Skills

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion, integrity and professionalism

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiastic, motivated and willing to learn.
• Honest, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Professional approach with a positive attitude.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Committed to delivering a high standard of service.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• AAT Level 4 qualified
• Experience working within a sports, hospitality or events environment