Accounts Assistant (Tgn5601) - Excellent Salary Doe

TAGGED RESOURCES; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

TAGGED RESOURCES is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Manchester to support the finance team with purchase ledger and credit control tasks. The role involves posting invoices, reconciling accounts, processing payments, and maintaining accurate records.

You will interact with suppliers and customers and help prepare monthly reports. The ideal candidate has experience in an accounting role, solid Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting role with exposure to purchase ledger and credit control.
• Experience with accounting software, preferably ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Good prioritisation and ability to handle credit control issues professionally.

Responsibilities

• Post supplier invoices, ensuring documentation is in order prior to posting.
• Respond to supplier and customer queries and resolve issues.
• Process and allocate outgoing and incoming payments.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
• Post journals to clear deductions from the purchase ledger.
• Pay suppliers by scheduling payments and maintain payment schedules.
• Update supplier and customer records on the ERP system.
• Bank reconciliations and monthly financial reporting.

Skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Prioritisation

Work under pressure

Multi-tasking

Relationship management

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: FMCG

Job Ref: TGN5601

The company

An exciting opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to work for a successful manufacturing business You will be responsible for supporting the finance team by handling a range of general accounts duties, including both Purchase Ledger and Credit Control responsibilities. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the role involves maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with invoice processing, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. The Accounts Assistant will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations.

The role:

• Post supplier invoices, reviewing invoices for appropriate documentation prior to posting and payment.
• Respond to supplier and customer queries and resolve any issues.
• Process and allocate outgoing and incoming payments.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
• Post journals to clear deductions from the purchase ledger.
• Pay suppliers by scheduling payments and keep schedules updated.
• Update supplier and customer records on the ERP system.
• Maintain historical records.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Prepare analyses of accounts and produce monthly reports.
• Expense processing and analysis – continue to improve the payment process.
• Regularly contact customers by email and telephone to request payments.
• Help maintain the Sales Ledger inbox and sending payment links and copy documents.
• Raise customer credit notes.
• Upload sales invoices to customer portals.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team.
• Regular communication of issues to other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an account’s role, preferably with some exposure to purchase ledger and credit control.
• Experience with accounting software (knowledge of Microsoft Business Central or similar ERP systems is an advantage).
• Strong Excel skills (pivot taves, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Good negotiation skills and the ability to handle credit control issues professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Good prioritisation skills.
• Experience of dealing with overseas suppliers especially China (desirable)
• Experience in dealing with foreign currency (desirable)
• Knowledge of importing procedures and terminology (desirable)