Operations Assistant - Accounts

Ground Up Electrical is a dynamic and growing electrical company committed to delivering excellence in domestic and commercial electrical installations. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Operations Assistant with a primary focus on accounts management. This role is instrumental in ensuring the smooth functioning of our operational processes, particularly in the area of financial transactions and account reconciliation.

The position provides the successful applicant with a supportive and varied workload, a friendly team dynamic and work-life balance via flexible start and finish times including supporting school hours. Head Office is centrally located in Stafford where our warehouse, administration and management staff are all located. We offer competitive salaries based on qualifications and experience and are negotiable on part time/full time hours and to consider work from home options for the right candidate.

As an Operations Assistant - Accounts, you will play a crucial role in supporting our daily operations by maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts, and collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless financial transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for maintaining the financial health of the organisation.

• Maintain and update financial records, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies and resolve issues with vendors, clients, and internal teams.
• Contribute to fortnightly payroll and payroll systems. Review timesheets, leave forms and variations 
• Process and record financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately input financial data into the accounting system.
• Generate and analyse reports to provide insights into financial performance.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary financial information.
• Communicate effectively with team members to address any accounts-related queries.

Documentation and Record Keeping:

• Maintain organised and up-to-date documentation related to financial transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Staff Management:

• Maintain employee files; update contracts including changes in wages, hours, or conditions, ensure white card, police checks and role requirements / qualifications are up to date
• Coordinate apprenticeship training schedules, government stimulus packages

Assist the customer journey:

• Support administration assistant and clients to complete and follow up quotes, book jobs and reschedule as required, provide communication to clients as required.

Key Attributes:

Proven experience in accounts management or a similar role.

Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field highly desirable

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.

Proficiency in using accounting software - XERO and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience in a trade industry is desirable but not essential.

Experience using Simpro is highly desirable.

Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work independently and collaborate with administration and trade teams.

Benefits:

Flexible working hours; suitable for school hours

Centrally located office in Stafford

Ability to grow within the company to more senior positions

Option to negotiate work from home arrangements for the right candidate

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for accounts and operational efficiency, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.