Accounts Assistant

Description:

We are recruiting a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our client’s growing Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 12 to 24 months experience in accounts payable/receivable, or an ambitious finance assistant looking to build a long-term career within accounting.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring supplier and customer accounts are managed accurately and efficiently while contributing to continuous improvement within the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

Process and input supplier invoices accurately in a timely manner.
Validate supplier invoices against purchase information and CRM records.
Respond to and resolve supplier queries professionally and efficiently.
Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
Monitor and track contractual supplier cost increases, including CPI-linked adjustments.
Maintain accurate supplier records and payment schedules. Accounts Receivable (AR)

Prepare and issue customer sales invoices.
Monitor aged debtors and proactively chase outstanding payments.
Escalate overdue debts and complex billing issues when required.
Respond to customer billing and account queries.
Assist with cash allocation and customer account reconciliations. General Finance Duties

Maintain accurate financial records in line with company procedures.
Support month-end finance activities and reporting requirements.
Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and customers.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and controls.
Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks. About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

Have previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Junior or similar finance role.
Be confident working with numbers and handling large volumes of financial data accurately.
Possess strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Have good communication skills and be comfortable dealing with suppliers and customers.
Be proactive, dependable and able to manage multiple priorities. Desirable Skills & Experience:

Experience using accounting software, ERP systems or CRM platforms.
Understanding of basic accounting principles.
Experience with invoice processing, reconciliations and credit control activities.
Currently studying towards, or interested in pursuing, AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent accountancy qualifications. Our Client Offers:

Competitive salary.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Exposure to all aspects of transactional finance.
Study support opportunities for suitable candidates.
Company benefits package