Job Description

We are working with an excellent client who has been well-established for over 40 years, and they are currently looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their growing team.

As the Accounts Assistant, you will be managing both purchase and sales ledger functions within a fast-paced finance environment.

Benefits:

• Annual Salary of circa £30k – £33k (DOE)
• Hybrid working after probation
• Free onsite parking
• Pension scheme
• Career development and supportive working environment

Key Responsibilities as the Accounts Assistant:

• Manage Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger functions
• Process invoices, create supplier / customer accounts, and issue statements
• Perform daily bank and credit card reconciliations, accurately posting transactions onto accounting software
• Manage credit control activities including producing aged debtor reports and chasing overdue payments
• Prepare weekly supplier payment runs in various currencies including international bank payments and currency purchases
• Build strong relationships with customers and suppliers while supporting the Finance Manager with reporting and ad hoc finance duties

Skills and Requirements:

• Strong experience as an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or similar role
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach
• Accounting qualifications such as AAT part-qualified (desirable but not essential)
• Familiar with Microsoft excel and accounting software

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.