Accounts Assistant

Job description
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly accurate Accounts Assistant to provide comprehensive support for the Finance department.

ROLE
• You will be responsible for providing vital support to the Finance team with the efficient and effective administration of the Purchase Ledger function, including managing supplier relationships and carrying out administrative duties.
• You will assist in the efficient and effective processing of financial information in line with the finance calendar, and be able to successfully manage the cash banking process.

KEY TASKS
• Be the main point of contact for accounts payable and dealing any queries in professional and timely manner.
• Processing financial documentation, including but not limited to, purchase orders, invoices, utility bills, requisitions and statements for multiple entities.
• Daily cash banking for various areas of the business.
• Processing any associated company journals for services as required.
• Assisting the finance department with any financial processes in line with the finance calendar.
• Liaising and co ordinating with colleagues in various departments as necessary.
• Managing petty cash and completing monthly reconciliations.
• Produce and manage payment runs for all entities.
• Monitor and manage the creditors ledger, ensuring supplier accounts are accurate.
• Supplier statement reviews.
• Process new supplier forms in line with the procurement process.

KEY BEHAVIOURS
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Be Self-disciplined and Self-motivated
• Trustworthy and honest
• Strong sense of accountability
• Positive outlook
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Display enthusiasm and initiative to broaden own experience, knowledge and skills which can also be shared to the wider team.

DEMONSTRABLE EXPERIENCE SPECIFIC TO THE ROLE
• Previous experience in a high volume data input position within a finance department role.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Use of SAGE 50 accounts
• Sound knowledge and use of Word
• Intermediate to advanced level of Excel
• Understanding of the housebuilding and/or construction industry (desirable) and hospitality industry (desirable)
• CIS and IR35 knowledge (desirable)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025

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