Accounts Assistant

Key Responsibilities

· Perform bank reconciliations and ensure transactions are accurately recorded

· Process supplier invoices accurately and ensure they are properly coded and approved.

· Prepare and process regular supplier payment runs, ensuring payments are made accurately and on time.

· Deal with supplier queries regarding invoices, payments, balances and account statements.

· Monitor outstanding invoices and payment terms

· Process and reconcile employee expenses and company credit card transactions.

· Work closely with Production, Sales, and other departments to resolve invoice and payment queries.

· Assist with general Finance administration and other accounting tasks as required

· Maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality when handling financial information.

· Identify discrepancies, errors or unusual transactions and escalate them where necessary.

· Manage the Accounts inbox, ensuring invoices and supplier queries are dealt with promptly.

About You

· Good understanding of basic accounting principles

· Proactive attitude and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in

· Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

· Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work

· Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal departments at all levels.

· Previous experience in an Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger role

• · Experience with accounting software such as Quick Books would be advantageous.