Accounts Assistant

Artis Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to handle full transactional finance functions. The role involves processing invoices, managing supplier queries, and contributing to credit control. Ideal candidates should have experience in finance roles and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. This position promises a supportive work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance role, ideally with exposure to purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control.
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident using Excel and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and prepare payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and deal with supplier queries.
• Raise sales invoices, allocate cash, and reconcile customer accounts.
• Chase overdue debts and build strong relationships with customers.
• Support month-end tasks such as reconciliations, journal postings, and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Artis Accountancy and Finance are working with a successful and growing business to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering exposure across the full transactional finance function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control. It\'s an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience and take on responsibility in a supportive finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and prepare payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and deal with supplier queries
• Raise sales invoices, allocate cash, and reconcile customer accounts
• Play an active role in credit control by chasing overdue debts and building strong relationships with customers
• Support month-end tasks such as reconciliations, journal postings, and reporting; work closely with colleagues across the wider finance function

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar finance role, ideally with exposure to purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confident using Excel and finance systems
• Excellent communication skills to deal with suppliers, customers, and colleagues effectively

About the employer

This is a great opportunity for a motivated and adaptable finance professional who enjoys variety and wants to continue building their career within a supportive and growing business. Artis Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search.

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