Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
IM Group Services is a small business in Blackburn, Lancashire. We are professional, agile and data-driven.
Formed in 2020 and built on a solid foundation of more than 60 years’ experience in the property industry, we are passionate about transforming and enhancing retail spaces in an ever-changing and challenging marketplace.
We manage and operate twenty shopping centres and we work with over a 1,000 retailers. Our shopping centres are home to many big brands as well as local independents.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Growth opportunities
- Excellent support
We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our team and help with the day-to-day financial operations of our business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of financial transactions, preparing invoices, reconciling accounts, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
- Reconcile bank statements.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepare financial reports and statements.
- Maintain accurate records of financial transactions.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
- Handle customer inquiries and complaints.
- Perform data entry and filing duties.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Blackburn, Lancashire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across IM Group Services's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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