Accounts Assistant

St. Albans Permanent £23,000 - £24,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is now seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the team in St. Albans. The main duties of the Accounts Assistant include managing supplier invoices and payments, maintaining customer accounts, monitoring outstanding balances, reconciling bank statements, handling multi-currency transactions, creating customer invoices, and inputting supplier invoices into the financial system.
  • Fast pace and engaging company with a positive work environment
  • Accounts Assistant role based in St Albans for retail solutions company

About Our Client

Our client, focuses on bringing cutting-edge commercial solutions to the market, with a strong partnership with one of Europe's largest retail manufacturer. Their innovative, high-tech products emphasise a complete retail package, tailored to meet the unique needs of their customers. They offer a wide range of retail solutions, from standard shelving to parcel lockers.

Job Description

The primary duties of the Accounts Assistant involve:

  • Managing and maintaining the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
  • Processing supplier invoices, matching them with purchase orders and delivery notes, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Verifying the validity of expenses and ensuring they comply with company policies.
  • Timely and accurate data entry into accounting software or systems.
  • Reconciling supplier statements to maintain accurate account balances.
  • Preparing and processing payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and direct debits.
  • Assisting in month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
  • Contributing to the overall financial health of the organisation by providing support to the finance team in various tasks.
  • Staying up-to-date with relevant accounting and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
  • Answering and resolving queries via phone and email from suppliers & customers as required

The Successful Applicant

  • Previous Experience in general accounts role
  • Proficient in MS Excel
  • Exceptional Attention to Detail
  • Demonstrates a Professional Telephone Manner
  • Level 3 AAT or studying towards

What's on Offer

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking
  • 24 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday
Contact
Maisie Grayland
Quote job ref
JN-102023-6220422
Phone number
+44 172 773 0108

Job summary

Job function
Finance
Sub Sector
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Retail
Location
St. Albans
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Maisie Grayland
Consultant phone
+44 172 773 0108
Job reference
JN-102023-6220422