Accounts Assistant

E3 Recruitment; Lindley; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and manufacturing leader is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will handle accounts payable and receivable duties, including processing purchase invoices and managing automated software. Responsibilities also include maintaining communication with suppliers and customers. The role offers a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and a competitive salary of up to £29,000 per annum, depending on experience. The position is based in Lindley, England.

Benefits

28 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working 1-2 days per week

Qualifications

• Candidates with prior Accounts Assistant experience in AP/AR are preferred.
• Experience in processing large volumes of invoices is crucial.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Excel, especially VLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices into the ERP system.
• Manage automated invoice scanning software.
• Monitor Accounts Payable and Receivable inboxes.

Skills

Experience as an Accounts Assistant within an AP/AR function

Experience using SAP

Experience processing high volumes of invoices

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Strong use of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) 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:

• Process purchase invoices into the companies ERP system
• Manage the automated invoice scanning software
• Process invoices and chase queries and approvals
• Monitor Accounts Payable and Receivable inboxes and respond in a timely manner
• Maintain dialogue and build relationships with credit control staff with suppliers and customers
• Post bank statements, allocate payments and receipts daily
• Support with preparing BACS payment runs for suppliers

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

• Experience as an Accounts Assistant within an AP/AR function
• Experience using SAP (preferable)
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Strong use of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP)

Salary & Benefits:

• up to 29,000 p/a (depending on experience)
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• Flexible working hours
• 1-2 Days per week Hybrid
• 28 Days Annual Leave incl. Bank Holidays
• 12-Month contract

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 Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.