Accounts Assistant

Cast Alum is an internationally acclaimed aluminium die casting and machining centre located in Welshpool, UK. The site was a Greenfield development in the winter of , serving one customer only.

20 years on, the company supplies parts to the UK, Europe, Canada, and Mexico. We have grown from die casting aluminium parts only to supplying a range of products (using high pressure die casting, squeeze die casting, and machining). We can supply aluminium components as cast, cast & machined, or assembled & tested according to the needs of our customers.

We are seeking a reliable Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is a varied role covering Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and general finance administration.

• Raise sales invoices for all customers accurately and on time
• Email invoices to customers and ensure pricing accuracy
• Update customer pricing quarterly on Odyssey software
• Maintain the debtor ledger and post daily cash receipts
• Monitor outstanding debts and minimise overdues
• Raise credit notes where appropriate, with Director approval

• Assist with supplier queries where required
• Prepare and process the monthly supplier payment run

(Training can be given)

• Review weekly hours worked via Carval and confirm adjustments with Line Managers
• Process weekly payroll on Sage (training provided)
• Add new starters and process leavers
• Produce payslips, BACS payments and HMRC submissions
• Prepare weekly overtime analysis reports
• Assist with year-end processes, including HMRC P60s

• Post daily bank transactions including Direct Debits and proformas
• Reconcile bank accounts weekly and post any adjustments
• Prepare and reconcile the monthly VAT return from Odyssey (training provided on the Odyssey software)
• Upload VAT returns

• Prepare and post month-end journals in line with the month-end checklist
• Reconcile balances to the trial balance
• Prepare ad hoc reports as required

• Provide reception cover when needed
• Support and assist the wider team as needed

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Comfortable working to deadlines
• Experience with Sage, payroll, or accounting systems desirable (training available)