Accounts Assistant

Cooper Golding; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts Assistant in North Devon to support the Finance Department. Responsibilities include credit control, processing invoices, and managing customer accounts. Candidates should have relevant finance experience and AAT qualification. A salary of up to £28k is offered for this permanent position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Finance position.
• Essential AAT qualification.
• GCSE's in English and Maths required.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Credit Control.
• Input purchase invoices.
• Handle supplier and invoice queries.
• Reconcile monthly supplier statements.
• Collaborate with Sales and Credit teams.

Skills

Credit Control

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

AAT qualification

GCSE's in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant – North Devon

Salary up to £28k

Permanent

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Dept. This role involves credit control, processing invoices, expenses, and customer account management, contributing to the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Credit Control
• Input of purchase invoices
• Dealing with supplier and invoices queries via email and telephone
• Monthly supplier statements reconciliation
• Collaborate with Sales and Credit teams
• Maintain vendor and customer databases
• Process employees expenses
• Prepare financial reports and support monthly account reviews

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Finance position
• AAT qualification essential
• GCSE's in English and Maths essential
• Proficiency in accounting systems, Microsoft Excel and Word; ERP experience preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines
• Problem solving and planning
• VAT experience desirable
• Manage workload with an ability to work to strict deadlines
• Confident communicator