Accounts Assistant - Bilston, United Kingdom - NC Associates

NC Associates

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Bilston, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Accounts Assistant/ Purchase Ledger/ Billings/ Sales Ledger/ Immediate Start/ Hybrid Working (4 Days WFH) / Weekly Paid/ Free On Site Parking
I am looking for an Accounts Assistant to join a leading, nationally operating, group business. This position will initially be to cover a 6-month contract, with the view to convert to a permanent contract.

You will be supporting a friendly and supportive team with both sales and purchase ledger transactions. This is a fast paced and busy position that will require previous experience in a similar capacity.

This position will report directly to The Purchase Ledger Manager and will support the efficient running of the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions in line with the overall needs of the Finance department.

Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices.
Preparing and processing payment runs to suppliers.
Resolving queries and discrepancies on supplier invoices, liaising with internal stakeholders as appropriate
Ensuring all disputes and account queries are logged and chased to resolve in a timely and efficient manner.
Updating supplier records including creation of new supplier accounts in accordance with Company internal control procedures.
Updating supplier database including setting up supplier accounts.
Perform periodic supplier statement reconciliations, identifying and resolving any anomalies.
Escalate complex and unresolved queries to the Purchase Ledger manager as appropriate.
Billing and invoicing clients for services
Chasing outstanding debts from customers and maintenance of aged debt reports.
Resolving customer queries and discrepancies on invoices as and when they arise.
Checking and posting cash receipts to bank accounts.
Updating customer records including setting up new customers in accordance with Company internal control procedures.
Investigating any anomalies on supplier and customer accounts.
Assisting with month end procedures and closure of purchase and sales ledger.
Undertake any other ad hoc duties, in respect to the finance function as requested.

Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar position with exposure to; Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger processes

Problem solving abilities

Ability to develop solutions to issues as they arise.
Proactive, positive, motivated, and confident approach to tasks and duties
Methodical and logical approach to tasks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong IT skills, including Excel
Experience of Sage 200 is highly advantageous, although not essential
Committed to achieving set goals and challenges.
Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to monthly deadlines
The ability to work well as part of a team
Previous experience within a larger business environment is highly advantageous
The ability to start on an immediate/ reduced notice and commit to a minimum 6 month contract

If you have the skills and experience highlighted above and are seeking a new opportunity to support a varied position within an excellent organisation, please call Rosie on

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