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Accounting Clerk

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Accounts clerks, also known as finance clerks or bookkeepers, work in all types of businesses and organisations, keeping financial records up to date and helping to prepare accounts.

If you're an organised person with a head for figures and have good computer skills, this could be a job that you would really enjoy.

Tasks:

  • balancing accounts (often known as 'double entry bookkeeping')
  • dealing with sales invoices, income, receipts and payments
  • arranging purchase orders
  • preparing statements showing income and payments
  • completing VAT returns
  • checking that accounts are accurate
  • preparing wages and managing claims for expenses
  • helping to prepare annual accounts
  • using computerised accounting systems and maintaining accurate records
  • giving administrative support to accountants.

In larger companies you would usually work as part of an accounting team. You might specialise in one area like sales or purchase ledger, payroll or credit control. In small businesses you might do all of these tasks and also check banking activities and handle cash.

Key skills:

  • confidence in working with numbers
  • good spoken and written communication skills
  • good teamworking skills
  • an interest in business and finance
  • an organised and methodical approach
  • a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • honesty and discretion
  • an ability to solve problems.

Average salary (2014):

United Kingdom: Starting salaries can be around £15,000 to £16,000 a year. With experience, you can earn up to £22,000 a year.

Qualifications and training required:

Previous experience of office work or working in an accounts or finance department would be helpful. Temporary work ('temping') can be a good way of getting experience that may lead to a permanent job. Experience of using computers, particularly spreadsheets, would also give you an advantage when looking for work. Once you are working as an accounts clerk or bookkeeper, most of your training will be on the job with the support of experienced staff. As your experience grows, your employer may encourage you to study for more advanced accounting qualifications.

Source: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

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