Accounts Assistant (AP Contract)

Taylor James Resourcing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant to handle purchase ledger tasks in London. The role includes posting supplier invoices, compiling payment runs, and reconciling accounts using Sage 200. Candidates should have experience in purchase ledger and a Degree in Accounting, along with strong attention to detail and communication skills. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a salary of up to £38,000, with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Responsibilities

• Posting, coding, and batching of supplier invoices.
• Compiling fortnightly payment runs prior to authorisation.
• Allocating payments to supplier accounts.
• Reconciling supplier accounts within Sage 200.
• Setting up supplier accounts and verifying bank details.
• Maintaining old ledger balances.
• Investigating and correcting errors within Sage 200.
• Dealing with supplier queries via email or phone.
• Liaising with colleagues to assist with ledger queries.
• Raising ad hoc payments and staff expenses.
• Ad hoc duties as required to meet business needs.

Skills

Purchase ledger experience

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organised and self-motivated

Calm under pressure

Team player

Strong IT skills

Intermediate Excel skills

Education

Degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Credit Controller Reinsurance Accounting Technician to £50,000This

We are looking for a graduate with a Degree in Accounting.

Our client is a Global Financial Markets Trading Company.

Our client is a small Exchange based Trading and Broking.

Date: 12 Jan 2024

Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING

Type: Contract

Location: London

Salary: £35000 - 38000 per annum

Email: [e-mail]

Ref: DB3648

We have a fixed term contract of 2 months for an Accounts Assistant specialising in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable, based in City of London. 3 days in office and 2 days from home. Salary up to £38000.

Ideally you will be immediately available.

You will be responsible for maintaining purchase ledgers and liaising with suppliers and colleagues with regards to posting invoices, payment runs and supplier account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Posting, coding and batching of supplier invoices.
• Compiling of fortnightly payment run prior to authorisation.
• Allocating payments made to supplier accounts.
• Reconciling supplier accounts within Sage 200.
• Setting up supplier accounts and verifying changes of bank details.
• Maintaining old ledger balances.
• Investigating and correcting errors within Sage 200 project accounting module.
• Dealing with supplier queries via email or phone.
• Liaising with colleagues to assist with ledger queries.
• Raising of ad hoc payments and staff expenses.
• Ad hoc / additional duties as required in order to meet the needs of the business.

What we are looking for – Skills & Experience

• Purchase ledger experience required.
• Numerate with a high focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, able to liaise with people at all levels.
• Good problem‑solving skills, and able to use initiative.
• Organised and self‑motivated, able to multi‑task and prioritise to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Approachable team player.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Strong IT skills, with intermediate Excel skills.