Accounts Assistant

Hays; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Carlisle is seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant to join their Finance Team. The role involves supporting the Purchase Ledger function, ensuring efficient processing of invoices, credits, and payments. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and experience in finance roles. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

5% Employer & Employee pension contribution

Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 days)

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchase Ledger function across 4 trading entities.
• Accurately code invoices and credit notes.
• Prepare payment reports and month-end accruals.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

AAT Level 3

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Assistant | Carlisle

Your new company

An evolving Group organisation with a head office based in Carlisle, an industry leader with an expanding customer base, currently seeking a full-time Purchase Ledger to join their Finance Team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

Working as part of a small team, you will support the Purchase Ledger function across 4 trading legal entities to ensure efficient processing of invoices, credits, and payments. Duties will include:

1. Accurately coding invoices and credit notes on various accountancy packages.
2. Matching invoices to purchase orders.
3. Ensuring compliance with authorization procedures.
4. Creating new supplier accounts and maintaining existing accounts.
5. Completing supplier statement reconciliations.
6. Preparing payment reports and month-end purchase order accruals.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Experience in a similar finance role.
• AAT level 3 or similar (ideal).

What you'll get in return

• Salary between £28,000 and £30,000 (experience dependent).
• 5% Employer & Employee pension contribution.
• Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 days).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance program.

What you need to do now

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