Accounts Assistant

This position seeks a detailed and precise Accounts Assistant who will directly contribute to the success of the business

Client Details

Our client is a leader in their field with an international presence.

Description

· Managing the Purchase Ledger; maintaining the accounts, entering invoices to 123 and Access, resolving queries, taking calls, payment run preparation.

· Processing business expenses and credit card claims, reviewing all submissions and payment run preparation.

· Raise Sales invoices and manage the Sales Ledger: ensure all customer credit lines are processed within agreed timeline, approved in line with policy and regularly maintained.

· Bank Reconciliations: ensure all bank accounts reconciled regularly (currently weekly), including allocation of customer receipts/supplier payments to source documentation and all other matched to approved documentation, ensuring to post any bank fees and adjustments in a timely manner.

· To undertake monthly reviews of all purchase orders raised to ensure that only required purchase orders are still outstanding and that any old or unnecessary purchase orders are cancelled

· To ensure that new supplier and customer requests are set up in a timely manner and compliant to Standard Operating Procedures.

· To assist the team in operating and improving internal controls within the finance function.

· Ensure compliance with Internal Audit controls.

· Produce Ageing reports on Debtors and Creditors; chase aged debtors, review accounts, tidy, reconciling statements.

Profile

The successful applicant should:

• Be studying towards a professional accounting qualification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with accounting software, such as Sage or QuickBooks.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively in a team and communicate financial information clearly.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work to deadlines.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary.