With a century of experience in textiles and related products BTTG and Shirley are the leading independent organisation for testing and certification.  BTTG specialise in the testing, certification and auditing of Personal Protective Equipment and Construction Products.  Shirley is a member of the OEKO-TEX® Association and offers testing and certification to STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, MADE IN GREEN BY OEKO-TEX®, STeP, DETOX TO ZERO, ECOPASSPORT, LEATHER STANDARD by OEKO-TEX® plus analytical and investigation services and a member of the Expert Witness Scheme.  In essence we certify, test, audit, advise and train.

We operate in ten countries, assist clients in over 70 countries and have four laboratories in the UK along with one in India.  Our offices are in the UK (Manchester and Leeds), Ireland, Bangladesh, China, Kenya, Pakistan, Singapore, Vietnam, India & USA. 

Due to a vacancy within the Accounts Team, we are seeking an Accounts Assistant based in Trafford Park.  The role involves accurate data entry and regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial records.  Responsibilities include assisting with the sales ledger and providing cover on the purchase ledger when required. The position supports the wider finance function to ensure timely and accurate processing of financial information.

Reporting to the Accounts Manager the main duties are:

·        Carrying out monthly bank reconciliations for UK and overseas accounts to ensure financial accuracy

·        Ensuring accurate and timely data entry across accounting systems

·        Posting sales receipts in multiple currencies via the cash book

·        Processing direct debits and payments through the cash book

·        Maintaining and updating audit files on an ongoing basis

·        Managing company Mastercard transactions, including weekly follow-up of authorised forms and receipts, and preparing and posting the monthly journal

·        Preparing the weekly “on-hold and paid proforma” report (one day per week)

·        Assisting with the issue of sales ledger proformas (two days per week)

Cover responsibilities (as required):

·        Raising purchase orders

·        Date-stamping, checking, and forwarding purchase invoices for authorisation

·        Posting purchase invoices to the purchase ledger

Key skills:

·        Relevant AAT qualification / equivalent / 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role

·        Knowledge of Sage 200 and Sage CRM advantageous

·        Experience with Microsoft Word & Excel

·        Flexibility and willingness to provide support to the rest of the team where necessary

·        Organisation skills and ability to prioritise, with excellent attention to detail

·        Time management skills with ability to work under pressure

·        Good communication skills

·        Proactive and self-motivated

What you’ll get in return:

·        25 days holiday

·        Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme

·        Flexi-time system

·        Health Cover

·        Contributory Pension Scheme