Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant
We’re recruiting on behalf of a growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a reliable and organised Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys transactional finance, takes pride in accuracy, and is looking for a long-term role within a supportive and expanding business.
Introduction
Working closely within the finance team, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the accounts function, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
* Processing purchase ledger invoices, matching to purchase orders and reconciling supplier statements.
* Preparing supplier payment runs and resolving invoice queries.
* Raising customer invoices and credit notes.
* Allocating customer payments and supporting credit control activities.
* Processing daily bank transactions and bank reconciliation's.
* Assisting with month-end finance processes.
* Maintaining accurate financial records, fixed asset registers and employee expenses.
* Providing general administrative support to the finance department.
* Supporting payroll administration when required.
Ideal Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Bookkeeping role.
* Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledger processes.
* Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach.
* The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Adaptable and happy to support the business as it grows and implements a new ERP systems
* Someone seeking a long-term support role rather than rapid career progression
Desirable Skills:
* Experience using Sage, Xero, SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.
* Manufacturing or distribution sector experience.
* AAT qualification (or currently studying).
* Knowledge of VAT and reconciliation's.
Salary: £30K - £35K (Full time on-site role)
Hours: Days - Monday to Friday (Flex on Start Time)
Benefits and Whats On Offer:
* 40 hrs per week, with flexible start time from 7am until 9am.
* Workplace pension scheme
* 25 Days Holidays + 1 extra for your Birthday + Bank Holidays.
* Long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturing business.
* Supportive and friendly working environment.
* Varied role with exposure to all aspects of transactional finance.
* Opportunity to develop your skills as the business continues to grow
If you’re looking for a secure opportunity with a growing business where your contribution will be valued, please apply for this Accounts Assistant position and we'll be in touch to discuss further