Accounts Assistant / Administrator

Major Owen Ltd.; Penrhyndeudraeth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a digital transformation project while managing essential accounting tasks such as invoice processing, credit control, and month-end closings. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in finance, with at least two years of experience and a passion for accuracy and organization. Join a supportive family business that values your career growth and offers opportunities for personal development and training. Apply today and help shape the future of finance in this innovative firm!

Benefits

Annual company bonus

Additional annual leave for birthday

Access to training programmes

Exclusive discounts on products

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an Accounts Assistant.
• Ability to manage Accounts Payable and Receivable effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process Supplier Invoices and financial transactions.
• Reconcile Monthly Supplier statements in a timely manner.
• Chase outstanding customer payments and manage petty cash.

Skills

Invoice Processing

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

Microsoft Excel

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

AAT Qualification

Qualified by Experience

Tools

IBCOS GOLD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a detail orientated Accounts Assistant or Administrator within a Finance Team? Are you looking for the next step in your career? Do you enjoy the varied nature of working in a family business. At Major Owen's we are looking for a highly organised and talented Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts team.

Why Major Owen?

We are an award winning, local, family business that pride ourselves on building long standing relationships with our customers and suppliers. Since 1977 we have grown our brand partnerships to include market leading franchises including Kubota, Toro, Dennis, Stihl, Honda, Kress ad many more. Our local team of 25 are instrumental in making sure we are able to provide exceptional customer service.

We are currently undergoing a digital transformation project to modernise systems, processes and embrace new technologies. The Accounts team will play an integral part in ensure the success of the project.

️About the Role

Invoice Processing: Process Supplier Invoices and other financial transactions using our Dealer Management Software (IBCOS GOLD).

Day to Day Transactional Posting: Ensure Accuracy and Matching Invoices to GRN's and Purchase Orders, including matching Sales Ledger Transactions and Invoices.

Managing Expenses & Petty Cash: Running the Daily Till Balance and managing petty cash expenses and recording receipts.

Statement Reconciling: Reconciling Monthly Supplier statements to our system in a timely and effective manner.

Credit Control: Chasing outstanding customer payments and taking payment over the phone.

Month End: Ensuring a timely and accurate close to the month end ledgers.

Customer & Supplier Relationships: Being a key point of contact for dealing with Customer and Supplier Enquiries.

Championing Digital: Working closely with the Finance & Strategy Director to implement Technology which will improve accounting processes.

What we are looking for:

Experienced Accounts Assistant with a minimum of 2 years experience, who is looking to take the next step in their careers and help shape the future of the finance team.

Highly Focused and Detailed Orientated person who will be able to work with little supervision and a track record of effectively processing Invoices and reconciling.

Extremely Organised individual with the ability to manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit Control.

Professionally Qualified (AAT or other) or Qualified by Experience would be preferred or willing to work towards professional qualifications.

Month End Process understanding and experience is essential.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, particularly in Excel.

What we offer:

Competitive Package: £DOE, including access to our annual company bonus.

Annual Leave: Additional days annual leave for your birthday (can be taken any time).

Opportunity to join an award winning team and help shape success at a growing, innovative family business.

Personal Development: Access to various training programmes to help you continuously develop.

Exclusive Discounts: From our own product range and through our partnership programme.

Family Business: A supportive and friendly environment where your career and wellbeing are truly valued.

We would encourage less experienced candidates to apply as the role will have opportunity for additional training and development into a more senior position over time.

Apply today and lets grow together!