Accounts Assistant to join a finance team in Cheltenham. The successful candidate will primarily manage sales ledger duties and support month-end processes. This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in the office and two days remote.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Ledger Management:
Maintain and update the sales ledger, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and timely.
Reconcile sales ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
Process customer payments and allocate them to the appropriate accounts.
Assist in the preparation of credit control reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
Month-End Duties:
Support the month-end closing process by ensuring all sales transactions are recorded accurately.
Assist in the preparation of month-end reconciliations for sales accounts.
Collaborate with the finance team to provide necessary documentation and reports.
General Finance Support:
Assist with administrative tasks related to the finance department.
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to sales ledger and account balances.
Support audit processes as required.
Experience needed:
Previous experience in a similar accounts assistant role, preferably with sales ledger and accounts duties.
Proficient in accounting software
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.