Accounts Assistant

The company

An exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to work for a successful manufacturing business You will be responsible for supporting the finance team by handling a range of general accounts duties, including both Purchase Ledger and Credit Control responsibilities. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with invoice processing, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. The Accounts Assistant will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations.

The role:

Post supplier invoices, reviewing invoices for appropriate documentation prior to posting and payment.

Respond to supplier and customer queries and resolve any issues.

Process and allocate outgoing and incoming payments.

Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.

Post journals to clear deductions from the purchase ledger.

Pay suppliers by scheduling payments and keep schedules updated.

Update supplier and customer records on the ERP system.

Maintain historical records.

Bank reconciliations.

Prepare analyses of accounts and produce monthly reports.

Expense processing and analysis – continue to improve the payment process.

Regularly contact customers by email and telephone to request payments.

Help maintain the Sales Ledger inbox and sending payment links and copy documents.

Raise customer credit notes.

Upload sales invoices to customer portals.

Provide administrative support to the finance team.

Regular communication of issues to other stakeholders.

Requirements:

Previous experience in an account’s role, preferably with some exposure to purchase ledger and credit control.

Experience with accounting software (knowledge of Microsoft Business Central or similar ERP systems is an advantage).

Strong Excel skills (pivot taves, VLOOKUP, etc.)

Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage relationships with customers and suppliers.

Good negotiation skills and the ability to handle credit control issues professionally.

Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.

The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.

A good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.

Good prioritisation skills.

Experience of dealing with overseas suppliers especially China (desirable)

Experience in dealing with foreign currency (desirable)

Knowledge of importing procedures and terminology (desirable)

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Please be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.

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