We are looking for an Accounts Administrator to work on a permanent basis in St Helens.
Salary is c£26,300 per annum plus holidays, pension etc.
Key Responsibilities for the Accounts Administrator:
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Process high volumes of purchase invoices, including price verification and supplier statement reconciliations.
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Assist with month-end close procedures, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial data.
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Prepare and distribute financial reports, including daily cash flow reporting.
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Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts on a daily basis.
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Record and allocate incoming and outgoing payments.
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Manage petty cash transactions, including reconciliation and reporting.
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Process transportation-related invoices and claims where applicable.
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Submit statutory returns to HMRC within required deadlines.
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Liaise professionally with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve queries.
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Maintain strict confidentiality in handling financial and commercial data.
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Support compliance with internal policies, including Health & Safety requirements.
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Demonstrate flexibility in undertaking ad hoc duties as reasonably required by the finance team.
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Participate in training and continuous professional development as required.
Skills & Experience for the Accounts Administrator:
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Previous experience within a finance function, ideally in a corporate or public accounting environment.
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Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, and debits and credits.
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Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
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Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP Business One or similar accounting software) is advantageous.
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Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
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Professional telephone manner and confident communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.
Additional Requirements
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Reliable timekeeping and punctuality.
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Commitment to accuracy and high professional standards.
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Willingness to undertake training where required.
How to apply for the Accounts Administrator:
Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW
