MaxAd Recruitment Ltd
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Accounts Assistant
Description:
£31,250 Pro Rata + Career Development + Benefits 30 hours p/wk An exciting new opportunity exists for an ambitious Accounts Assistant with broad sales and purchase ledger experience, to provide a comprehensive financial control, billing and credit control support service to a leading supplier of workplace hygiene, clothing, PPE and safety equipment.30 hours p/wk £31,250 Pro Rata + Career Development + BenefitsAn exciting new opportunity exists for an ambitious Accounts Assistant with broad sales and purchase ledger experience, to provide a comprehensive financial control, billing and credit control support service to a leading supplier of workplace hygiene, clothing, PPE and safety equipment.Since 1964 our client has supplied businesses working across the hospitality, pharmaceutical, and food production sectors. Specialising in corporate & hi-visibility clothing, hand protection and safety footwear, their professional and personal service has become a hallmark of their 50 successful years in business.The successful candidate will ensure both creditor and debtor requirements are met, and cashflow is managed. The correct handling of financial transactions including banking, managing credit control, making creditor payments are also key requirements of the role. The ideal job seeker will have previous experience in a similar, standalone finance related role within a growing business taking responsibility for ensuring both the finance and sales functions are well supported from an accounts perspective. As the team manages the financial transactions for over 300 active customer accounts and 200 suppliers dealing in foreign currency transactions, the ability to adapt and prioritise in a shifting commercial landscape is an essential prerequisite.Key Responsibilities Using Sage 50 to manage debtors inc sending statements and chasing, entering payments received in the bank to Sage.Manage creditors from entering invoices to processing of monthly payment runs and ad hoc payments as necessary.Updating of all customer and supplier records on Sage, maintaining good housekeeping.Production of monthly reports inc profit and loss, cashflow, balance sheet and debtor list.Work with sales team to manage customer credit limits and payments and purchasing team to manage supplier terms and expectations.Monitor overheads, working with general manager, and other departments as necessary e.g. carriage costs with sales and dispatch teams.Manage card, website and other income streams, working with sales team to record and advising when received etc.Run month end and process prepayments and accruals.Produce VAT returns, and ensure PAYE, VAT and other tax payments are set up and accounted for.Prepare all journals and records for accountant at year end.Work closely with the directors to forecast the business needs and plans Skills & Experience Previous experience in a similar Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Supervisor or Accounts Payable roleA relevant accounting technician qualification e.g. AAT or qualified by experience in a similar role.The drive to take on a growing role offering wonderful career progression.Comprehensive MS Office and Accountancy software experience e.g. Xero, Quickbooks, etc.Great attention detail, communication skills, organisation and flexibilityThe ability to identify and react to changing commercial priorities. This is a fantastic career opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Assistant to join a growing organisation at an exciting time. A competitive salary, benefits package, career progression and full support is on offer to the right candidate. Apply now
Company:
Maxad Recruitment
Posted:
October 4 on Careers4a
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