We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a detail-driven and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is a varied and busy role spanning both the sales and purchase ledger, offering a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on finance position where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities:
Processing purchase invoices and querying any discrepancies internally and externally in a timely manner
Reconciling supplier statements and assisting with supplier payment runs
Invoicing customers promptly and sending out statements
Raising accounts receivable invoices and credit notes, and uploading invoices via external software
Daily posting of incoming receipts and taking card payments
Following up on outstanding balances and monitoring accounts, placing them on hold where appropriate
Managing accounts inboxes and responding to queries efficiently
Maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers
Supporting the Financial Controller with ad hoc duties as required
Handling incoming post and maintaining confidentiality across all business mattersSkills & Experience Required:
Previous experience in an accounts or finance role covering purchase and/or sales ledger
Sound understanding of general accounting processes
Confident using Microsoft Excel and working with spreadsheets
High attention to detail with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload
Strong communicator with a professional and confident approach
Well-organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a teamIf you are a motivated finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding accounts role within a busy, friendly team, we would love to hear from you.
Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK
