ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

E3 Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and manufacturing leader is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Huddersfield. The role involves processing invoices and maintaining accounts, with a salary of up to £30,000 per annum. Ideal candidates will have experience with SAP and a proactive approach to tasks. The position offers 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and a standard 37.5-hour work week.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Company pension contributions of up to 8%

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts assistant position within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Previous study towards a recognised accounting qualification; or a willingness to begin studying.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices into SAP.
• Meeting daily AP invoice processing targets.
• Managing the automated invoice scanning software (VIM).
• Raising AR invoices in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintaining ongoing dialogue with credit control staff.
• Conducting customer and supplier statement reconciliations.

Skills

Experience in an Accounts assistant position

Experience with SAP

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive approach to tasks

Education

Study towards AAT qualification

Job description

Accounts assistant required for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff.This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables.

The successful Accounts assistant will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts assistant will include:

• Processing purchase invoices into SAP.

• Meeting daily AP invoice processing targets.

• Managing the automated invoice scanning software (VIM), including processing exceptions and chasing up internal departments for responses to queries and invoice authorisations.

• Raising AR invoices in an accurate and timely manner.

• Maintaining ongoing dialogue and building relationships with credit control staff at suppliers/customer to help ensure communication is maintained throughout the purchase to pay/delivery to pay cycle.

• Conducting customer and supplier statement reconciliations in a timely manner to ensure the ledger is accurate and up to date.

For the Accounts assistant we are keen to receive CV's from candidates who possess:

• Experience in an Accounts assistant position within a manufacturing environment ( NOT ESSENTIAL)

• Experience with SAP is highly desirable.

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

• A proactive approach to tasks

• Previous study towards a recognised accounting qualification; or a willingness to begin studying would be an advantage (AAT).

Salary & Benefits of the Accounts assistant:

• up to £30000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• 25 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Company pension contributions of up to 8%

Please be aware that many roles working for our client will be subject to both security and export control restrictions.These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

You must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role.

To apply for the Accounts assistant role, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV.Alternatively, please contact Riz Haider at E3 Recruitment for more information.