Accounts Assistant

KD Recruitment; Pickering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Pickering. Responsibilities include processing purchase invoices, managing supplier queries, and ensuring accurate payments. The ideal candidate will have experience in similar roles and strong IT skills, particularly in Excel. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including 22 days holiday and employee support programs.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts in catering and retail outlets

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Assistant or similar roles.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and reconcile supplier payments.
• Manage supplier queries and maintain strong relationships.
• Raise sales invoices and chase outstanding payments.

Skills

Previous experience in Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger or Sales Ledger role

Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel and accounting systems

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Good communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Job description

What the Accounts Assistant job involves

• Processing purchase invoices, matching, batching, and coding.
• Preparing and reconciling supplier payments.
• Managing supplier queries and building strong relationships.
• Raising sales invoices and credit notes.
• Chasing outstanding payments and maintaining accurate debtor records.
• Reconciling bank statements and ledger balances.
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks and reporting.

Skills required

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger, or Sales Ledger role.
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel and accounting systems.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and confidence in dealing with suppliers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

Hours and benefits

• Full-time hours (36.5 Monday to Friday)
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• Discounts in catering and retail outlets.
• Free parking.

This vacancy is being advertised through KD Recruitment Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency.

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