The Accounts Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the finance department by managing the Bought and Sales Ledger, overseeing credit control, and conducting bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Key Responsibilities of an Accounts Assistant
Bought Ledger:
- Process supplier invoices and credit notes.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Prepare payment runs and ensure timely payment to suppliers.
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
Sales Ledger:
- Generate and distribute customer invoices.
- Record and allocate customer receipts.
- Maintain up-to-date customer accounts and follow up on outstanding invoices.
Credit Control:
- Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments.
- Implement effective credit control procedures.
- Communicate with customers regarding overdue accounts and arrange payment plans if necessary.
- Prepare and distribute aged debt reports to management.
Bank Reconciliations:
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and company records.
- Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
General Accounts Duties:
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
- Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and support.
- Support the Finance Manager with ad-hoc projects and reporting requirements.
Key Competencies of an Accounts Assistant
- Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant in a similar role for at least 2 years
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
- Proficiency in accounting software, Sage in particular
- Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Benefits
- 20 days holiday plus Bank Holls
- Private Health care after 1 year
- Dental cover
- Death in service
- Government Pension scheme
- Parking
Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
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Consultant: Donna Jackson