Accounts Assistant

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team, supporting the Financial Controller with the day-to-day running of the accounts function.

This is a varied role covering purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across all aspects of transactional finance. You'll be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Reconcile supplier statements
• Assist with supplier payment runs
• Respond to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner

Sales Ledger

• Raise customer invoices and credit notes
• Send customer statements
• Manage customer account queries
• Upload invoices via customer portals and external systems
• Support the timely collection of outstanding payments

Credit Control

• Post daily receipts and allocate cash
• Take card payments
• Chase overdue debts and maintain customer accounts
• Monitor aged debt and place accounts on hold where necessary

General Duties

• Maintain accurate sales and purchase ledgers
• Manage finance inboxes and incoming correspondence
• Support the Financial Controller with ad hoc finance duties
• Ensure all financial information is handled confidentially
• Assist with administrative duties as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Accounts Administrator role
• Experience of sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control activities
• Good understanding of accounting processes and procedures
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively
• Positive and proactive approach to work

What's On Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Varied and busy finance role
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to develop your finance career
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a friendly and professional business, we would love to hear from you.