Accounts Assistant

RG Consultancy; Stretford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy in Stretford is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the accounts department. The ideal candidate will have strong credit control experience, proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include processing sales invoices, managing credit control, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role is a permanent, full-time position that offers a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an accounts or finance function.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Processing sales invoices, including deposits and balance payments.
• Supplier statement reconciliations.
• Managing credit control administration.
• Chasing outstanding debts directly with clients.
• Reconciling customer accounts and resolving account queries.

Skills

Strong Excel capability

Clear and confident communication skills

High levels of numerical accuracy

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Reports to: Finance Manager

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (office-based with flexibility)

Role Purpose

The Accounts Assistant (with strong credit control) will provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to the accounts department. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who has strong attention to detail and a solid foundation in accounting processes.

You will work as part of a collaborative finance team of eight, liaising with colleagues across the wider business and maintaining professional communication with high-value clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing sales invoices, including deposits and balance payments
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Managing credit control administration
• Chasing outstanding debts directly with clients
• Reconciling customer accounts and resolving account queries
• Handling credit card and cheque payments received via phone or post
• Posting and allocating cash accurately
• Providing day-to-day administrative support across the finance team
• Maintaining accurate financial records and general ledger entries
• Updating and managing the cash book
• Supporting colleagues within the finance team as required

Person Specification

• Clear and confident communication skills
• Strong Excel capability
• High levels of numerical accuracy
• Previous experience within an accounts or finance function
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team of eight

Personal Attributes

• Organised, proactive and detail-oriented
• Friendly, helpful and professional manner
• Positive attitude with a willingness to support colleagues