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Company description: Natures Aid Job description: Accounts Assistant Preston, Lancashire, PR4 2DQ Hybrid role: minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 from home per week. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a wide range of financial and accounting activities, including month-end reporting, reconciliations, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Main responsibilities: Prepare and compile reports for the monthly management meeting pack, including financial performance, flash sales, and liquidity reporting. Liquidity Reporting Actual/Forecast Role month end forward Assist with the processing of Amazon rebate allocation and STADA reporting, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. Ensure accurate posting of contra ledger entries. Oversee bank reconciliations, assist with cash flow reporting, and maintain the fixed asset register, including monthly reconciliations and depreciation journal entries. Liaise with the purchase ledger team regarding payments and review unmatched deliveries report for month-end reconciliation. Manage month-end processes, including the reconciliation of intercompany accounts, preparation of foreign currency journals, and production of stock valuation reports. Conduct nominal analysis and product analysis reporting to support financial decision-making. Prepare and submit PAYE, AEO, Corporation Tax, P11D payments, and monthly pension contributions. Support the year-end stocktake process and assist with year-end audit activities, including the submission of National Statistic forms. Provide effective cover for other team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems. About us: Natures Aid, part of the STADA Group, was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, and groceries, with over 190 products throughout 15 main health categories. Due to a continued period of substantial growth both in the UK and Internationally, Natures Aid is one of the top 5 leading UK supplements brands, with ambitious plans to continue to grow ahead of the category, through its award-winning innovation programme. The STADA Group is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals and are represented in more than 30 countries worldwide with its headquarters in Bad Vilbel, Germany. About you: At STADA we talk about diversity as Uniqueness. Everyone is unique and we recognise our differences as a strength. Our values Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Agility and One STADA ensure our uniqueness thrives, enabling us to care for people's health as a trusted partner. Empower your Uniqueness, bring your whole self to STADA. If you're keen to add value and see results, thrive in a busy fast paced environment and have the can-do spirit that's spearheading our success, bring those qualities, with the following qualifications and skills: Essential: Proven experience in a similar finance and accounting role, with a strong understanding of month-end processes, financial reporting, and reconciliation activities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial data. (look-ups, macros, etc.) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external auditors. Part qualified CIMA/ACCA Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including tax, pension, and statutory reporting obligations. Desirable: Previous experience working within Manufacturing/ FMCG industries. Education to up to bachelors degree What's in it for you? Rewarding our employees is important to us, which is why we offer a range of fantastic benefits, such as: Annual Bonus 23.5 days holiday increasing to 28.5 days over the first 5 years, plus bank holidays Option to Purchase up to 5 days additional Annual Leave 6% employers pension contributions Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Option Tech & Health care schemes Annual Pay Reviews Enhanced family friendly leave and pay Length of Service Awards 50% Employee Discount on Natures Aid products Access to hundreds of free E-Learning courses on our in-house Learning platform Free onsite parking We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to our employees via our Employee Assistance Programmes all year round. ADZN1_UKTJ