Accounts Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Caersws; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role offers flexibility and involves managing billing, accounts receivable, and payable functions. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 4 or equivalent qualifications, along with proficiency in Sage 50. You'll be responsible for enhancing customer collection efficiencies and ensuring timely supplier payments. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a reputable business that services a UK-wide client base, allowing you to develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 4 or CIMA qualification, or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Sage 50 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage client billing and improve collection efficiencies.
• Ensure timely and accurate supplier payments and reconciliations.
• Prepare cashflow reports and assist with VAT Return preparations.

Skills

Sage 50

Customer Service

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Cash Reporting

Bank Reconciliations

Education

AAT Level 4

CIMA Qualification

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

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£17.00 to £19.00 per hour (Negotiable based on experience)

Permanent role

Part time hours or full time hours available

Hybrid option available

The role:

We are supporting a growing and reputable business in recruiting an Accounts Assistant responsible for Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, cash reporting, and bank reconciliations. This role offers variety and services a UK-wide client base.

Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant:

• Manage client billing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, focusing on reducing debtor days by coordinating invoicing with the Operations team.
• Improve customer collection efficiencies and aged debtors, developing metrics and reporting to Senior Management.
• Manage the Payables function, ensuring timely and accurate supplier payments, including processing invoices and reconciliations.
• Set up new customer accounts, manage credit limits.
• Maintain bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations.
• Assist with VAT Return preparations.
• Prepare cashflow reports for cash flow planning and liquidity management.
• Collaborate with Senior Management and Accountants on budgets and accruals.
• Prioritize and resolve issues efficiently, optimizing resources.
• Report on Management Accounts.

Candidate requirements:

• AAT Level 4 minimum; CIMA qualification or equivalent, or demonstrable experience.
• Proficiency in Sage 50.
• Excellent customer service skills and relationship-building abilities with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.

Additional job titles/skills:

Accounts Administrator, Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, Finance Assistant, AAT, CIMA, Management Accounts.

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If this role isn't suitable but you're seeking new opportunities, contact us for a confidential career discussion.

To Apply:

Travail Employment Group operates as an Employment Agency. Please email your CV to [emailprotected], or call Angharad at 01978 366123 for more info. Applying via the job portal will also notify us immediately. Successful candidates will be contacted within 7 days. If not contacted, you may not have been successful, but feel free to follow up.

All candidates must provide proof of identity and relevant experience, training, and qualifications as required by our client.