Accounts Assistant
Location: Nursling, Southampton
Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
We are currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our client's team at their Nursling site in Southampton. This is a diverse role that will see you supporting the central Accounts team and assisting customers with their financial queries.
**About the Company:
Our client is a part of a prominent group known as one of the leading independent commercial enterprises in the UK, with 21 sites across the country. The company has established itself as a key player in the truck and van marketplace along the south coast, offering a comprehensive range of services including sales, parts, and servicing.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant looking to develop their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career!
**Key Responsibilities:
- Payment Processing: Posting and allocating customer payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Reconciliation: Managing and reconciling unallocated payments.
- Credit Management: Amending and monitoring credit limits in line with company procedures.
- Communication: Monitoring general and personal email inboxes, responding promptly to customer queries via email and phone.
- Statements and Invoicing: Sending out monthly customer statements and copy invoices as required.
- Credit Control: Actively managing credit control processes to ensure timely payments.
- Account Setup: Setting up new customer accounts, adhering to company policies.
- Additional Duties: Assisting with other ad hoc tasks as needed.
**About You:
- Experience: Previous experience in a similar accounts role is preferable.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with accounting systems, ideally Autoline, along with proficiency in Excel and Word.
- Communication: An effective communicator, both written and verbal.
- Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to tasks, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of the role.
**Benefits:
- Holiday Entitlement: 22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
- Pension Scheme: Competitive employer pension contributions.
- Career Development: Opportunities for career progression within the company.
- Referral Bonus: £2,000 for the successful introduction of fellow technicians.
If you are interested in the position and would like some more information or to apply, please call Bethany at Premier Automotive on . Premier Recruitment Solutions Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be assessed solely on merit.
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