Accounts Assistant

Hays; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious individual is sought to join a growing engineering business as an Accounts Assistant. This entry-level role involves maintaining the purchase ledger for multiple entities and processing invoices, credit card transactions, and supplier queries. The position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth within the finance sector, working closely with the Finance Director. If you're eager to develop your finance career in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring proficiency in Sage 50 and strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Xero software is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger for three companies and process purchase invoices.
• Handle incoming post and supplier queries while managing finance office calls.

Skills

Sage 50

Excel

Xero

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Hays is looking for an ambitious Accounts Assistant to join a growing engineering business based in Stockport. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the Purchase Ledger for three separate entities. Reporting directly to the Finance Director/Controller, we seek ambitious individuals eager to grow within their finance careers.

Key tasks:

• Managing the purchase ledger for three companies.
• Processing purchase invoices, obtaining authorisation, reconciling supplier statements, and promoting payments.
• Processing company credit card transactions (for multiple users), including reconciling receipts and identifying discrepancies.
• Uploading invoices and maintaining the invoice discounting portal, including reconciliations and liaising with the provider.
• Bookkeeping, including postings to company bank accounts.
• Handling incoming post.
• Dealing with supplier queries.
• Answering the finance office phone and managing calls related to purchase/sales ledger, company credit cards, and miscellaneous inquiries.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in Sage 50
• Strong Excel skills
• Knowledge of Xero software is preferred but not essential

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit an up-to-date CV or call us now. If this position isn't quite right but you're seeking a new opportunity, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

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