Accounts Assistant

UCB is currently looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the existing professional and friendly Finance Team.  The Accounts Assistant role is a varied one, and will include assisting with all aspects of the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger processes; updating the cash book and journal entries; the submission of monthly Gift Aid, plus assisting with Purchasing as and when required.  The successful applicant must, therefore, have sound numerical skills, attention to detail and be able to manage competing priorities.

In addition, you will need to be a people person; someone who is approachable and patient, willing to spend time explaining the formalities of adhering to financial processes to non-financial staff and where necessary offering them assistance.

You will be joining the Team at an exciting development position as they migrate to a new integrated data platform.  This role will allow you to develop your skills and your work will make a real impact.  Our Finance Team are an integral and valued part of the UCB family.  Why not join them?

Working full time, Monday to Friday, this position will be based at our Operations Centre, Westport Road, Stoke on Trent ST6 4JF.  However, following induction and familiarisation, there is the possibility of working some hours from home, depending on the needs of the department.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 8th August 2024 – noon.  However, we will close the application process early if sufficient suitable candidates apply.

Onsite interviews: Friday 16th August 2024

Salary: £23,500 – £24,800 per annum depending on skills and experience. Plus staff benefits which include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%

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UCB is a Christian Charity.  Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy