Job Specifications
This role is open to internal Novus colleagues only, we are not accepting applications from external candidates at this time.
Accounts Assistant
Stoke on Trent - Hybrid working
Typically working 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Join our Finance team as an Accounts Assistant and play a key role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly. You’ll support core accounting processes, deliver accurate and timely financial reports, and assist the Accounts Payable function to maintain complete ledgers and ensure prompt payment to our supply chain partners. This is a position where you can take ownership, make an impact, and enjoy a trusted environment with genuine work-life balance
We offer hybrid working (two days from home, three at our head office) and understand flexibility matters, if standard hours don’t suit, we’ll explore options. At Novus, we focus on finding the right person with the right skills.
What’s in it for you?
Attractive salary & benefits to suit you
27 Days Hols & BH plus the option to buy or sell holidays
Company pension scheme – up to 7.5%
We also offer a; Discounted Healthcare Scheme, High street & lifestyle discounts including Taste card, a day paid volunteering per year, length of service awards, and more….
Responsibilities
An outline of your responsibilities as an Accounts Assistant
Accounting Support
Journal Management: Prepare and accurately post journals, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Reporting: Deliver precise and timely financial reports that support decision-making across the business.
Process Improvement: Identify and recommend enhancements to accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Business Support: Respond promptly to ad hoc requests from accountants, Business Partners, and other stakeholders, providing clear and actionable information.
Accounts Payable Support
Invoice Processing: Accurately process supplier invoices, ensuring adherence to tax regulations and internal policies for smooth payment cycles.
Ledger Integrity: Operate a robust statement reconciliation process to maintain complete and accurate Accounts Payable ledgers.
Card Management: Administer Lloyds purchasing and credit cards, from requesting new cards to posting monthly costs, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
About You
You’ll bring solid experience within an accounting function and a keen eye for detail. Strong Excel skills will support you in this role, along with a working knowledge of cost journals, VAT, and CIS. While we don’t expect deep expertise in these areas, a basic understanding is a clear advantage. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight, recurring monthly deadlines are essential to succeed.
A Little Bit About Us
Novus Property Solutions is a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and decarbonisation specialist with more than 700 colleagues in 20 locations across Great Britain, providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 126-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.
At Novus Property Solutions we value people, and we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace that enables our people to bring their full selves to work. We understand for many reasons, that people very rarely meet all the criteria laid out in the job advert, so, we encourage you to apply to the role even if you do not meet all the criteria or hold all the qualifications. You may be just who we are looking for in this, or another role.
About the Company
Novus Property Solutions is a leading specialist in property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services. As a family-owned company, we are building a legacy where people can live, work, and thrive. Our heritage dates back over 100 years and we always have, and always will, operate with family values at our core. Novus prides itself on doing business responsibly, valuing customers, creating great teams, and building a future together. From humble beginnings, our award-winning business has delivered industry-...
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