Accounts Assistant

Hays PLC; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful SME in Peterlee is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to manage the sales ledger and ensure timely debt collection. Join a friendly team in a 100% office-based role with a focus on collaboration and communication.

Benefits

Company pension

Free parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance-related role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the sales ledger.
• Ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Job description

Accounts Assistant, Peterlee

Your new company

This successful SME business has a need for an experienced Accounts Administrator to join a small, friendly team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the sales ledger.
This will also include the responsibility of ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts and maintaining positive relationships with clients.

Duties:

Excel spreadsheets - strong Excel skills are essential to this role.

Cash Books

Bank Reconciliations

Bank Receipts
Allocating Payments
Managing WIP
Issuing monthly statements
Query resolution
Debtors reporting
Remittance generation
Assisting with month-end tasks

What you'll need to succeed
Good Excel skills are essential.
Proven experience in a finance-related role
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

What you'll get in return
This role is 100% office based-working in a friendly and collaborative team.
Working hours and days are 9am till 5pm, Monday to Friday
Company pension
Free parking
Private medical insurance

What you need to do now

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