Accounts Assistant (AP Contract)

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

Job summary

A leading financial broking firm in London is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a fixed-term contract. The role requires expertise in purchase ledgers and offers the flexibility of working from home for part of the week. This position involves essential tasks such as managing invoices and supplier accounts, ideal for someone organized and detail-oriented. Candidates should possess strong numerical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Immediately available candidates preferred.
• Experience in purchase ledger is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase ledgers and liaise with suppliers regarding invoices.
• Allocate payments and reconcile supplier accounts within Sage 200.
• Deal with supplier queries and raise ad hoc payments.

Skills

Purchase ledger experience

Numeracy

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Pressure management

Team player

Flexibility

Excel skills

IT skills

Job description

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Job Opportunities

Our client is a Global Financial Broking firm in London.

Available positions include:

• Client Onboarding KYC Associate (5 days a week in)
• Administration Assistant – Financial Services

Our client is also a Financial Market Making company and a Wealth and Asset Management firm in different locations.

Job Details

Date: 12 Jan 2024
Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING
Type: Contract
Location: London
Salary: £35,000 - 38,000 per annum
Email: [e-mail]
Ref: DB3648

Accounts Assistant Contract

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 £38,000.

Ideal candidates will be immediately available.

Responsibilities include maintaining purchase ledgers, liaising with suppliers and colleagues regarding posting invoices, payment runs, and supplier account reconciliations.

• Posting, coding, and batching supplier invoices.
• Compiling fortnightly payment runs for approval.
• 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 in Sage 200.
• Dealing with supplier queries via email or phone.
• Liaising with colleagues on ledger queries.
• Raising ad hoc payments and staff expenses.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Purchase ledger experience required.
• Numerate with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Organized, self-motivated, able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Approachable team player.
• Flexible and proactive.
• Intermediate Excel skills and strong IT skills.