Accounts Administrator

A&S Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Ipswich is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to support its financial operations. The role includes managing invoicing, processing payments, and reconciling accounts, ensuring accurate financial transactions. Candidates should have previous experience in accounts within the logistics sector, strong numerical accuracy, proficient use of accounting software like Sage or QuickBooks, and good communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role within logistics or transport.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy required.
• Good communication and organisational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices based on haulage activities.
• Match purchase orders with supplier invoices and process payments.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Assist with month-end reporting and financial audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Good communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Summary

Our well established Transport client based in Ipswich are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Administrator to support the financial operations of our container haulage business. The role involves managing invoicing, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and liaising with customers and suppliers to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices based on haulage activities.
• Match purchase orders with supplier invoices and process payments.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Assist with month-end reporting and financial audits.
• Communicate with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding account queries.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role, within logistics or transport.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks).
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team