We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Accounts Assistant to join our team in Warwick for a period of 12-15 months to cover maternity leave.

This role will contribute to the control and compliance of the day-to-day operation of the accounting functions. The role will also support the Head of Finance in the control and management of the Finance function in line with the company’s values and objectives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable invoices including allocation in accordance with budgets and timescales, dealing with queries, and chasing invoice approvals
• Prepare and register BACS and manual payments as needed
• Create and manage the setup process of new employees and subcontractors in Maconomy as well as manage and execute any changes Support with credit control process
• Assist the Management Accountant with project and customer administration in Maconomy including set up of new projects, maintenance of ongoing projects, and closure activities on project completion
• Assist the Management Account with the preparation and distribution of sales invoices as required including preparation and submission of reports to different stakeholders including key and other customers

Supporting Responsibilities:

• Maintain Excel supplier purchase order and invoice tracker file
• Process employee expense & mileage claims ensuring compliance with internal policy
• Prepare, manage, and send purchase orders and other documentation to suppliers as required
• Track completion of timesheets on a weekly basis for compliance with submission deadlines
• Support with preparation of monthly Corporate Credit Card expense reconciliations and posting to Maconomy
• Monitor and reconcile Company bank accounts

Person Specification:

• Appropriate experience and awareness within the areas of responsibility
• Good understanding and awareness of financial and general accounting principles
• Good understanding of delivering the Finance service in a proactive Finance function that supports people and business performance

Personal Traits:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent ERP system (preferably Maconomy GL) and Excel skills
• Logical and organised approach to work under own initiative
• Ability to manage and prioritise work; balancing doing the right things as well as doing things right
• Skilled in developing and maintaining strong and sustainable relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate a competent and confident working ethic
• Ability to keep good order and maintain integrity
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure

Hours & Location:

• 40 hours
• Monday – Friday
• 12-15 months Maternity cover
• Warwick – Hybrid working

Why Semcon:

We pride ourselves on being people who put people first. For us at Semcon, the most important factor is always our end users, the people actually using the technology- People first, then technology. Our mission is improved user experience through digitalisation of product information. With the right people who are inspired to make a difference by achieving our shared goals, we deliver our vision in becoming the preferred choice within product information.

We celebrate successes through employee recognition initiatives and we live our culture through strong value principles and promoting well-being. Learning and renewal is of upmost importance in our ambition to be the market leader within product information. With a strong focus on professional development, each person is in charge of their own pathway within the structured Contribution and Development dialogue framework.

We offer fair base salaries, complemented by a generous benefits package

Semcon actively promote employee health and well-being with a range of initiatives including:

• Flexible hybrid working
• Company enhanced sick pay
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company funded medical cash plan and retail discount scheme
• Free Office Tea/Coffee/Healthy Snacks