Accounts Clerk

KAT Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Manufacturer in Middleton is seeking a dedicated Accounts Clerk to join their finance department. This permanent role involves a variety of clerical and accounting tasks, requiring at least 2 years of experience and a high school diploma. The successful candidate will work 37.5 hours per week directly employed by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clerical accounting.
• High school diploma required; associate degree is a plus.
• Technology aptitude and knowledge of accounting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a range of general clerical and accounting support functions.
• Monitor customer accounts for past-due payments and make collection calls.
• Month-end closing responsibilities included.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team-player

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in accounting or business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Accounting software

Job description

My client is a reputable Manufacturer in Middleton, who represent two brands. They are looking for a dedicated Accounts Clerk to join their busy accounts / finance department. This role is permanent 37.5 hours per week and is directly employed by my client.

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible for wide a range of general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping support functions under general supervision.
• Coding and posting cash receipts electronically while identifying trends in payment differences
• Code and process accounts payable for selected companies
• Monitor customer accounts for past-due payments including making business to business collection calls
• Month-end closing responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clerical accounting, high school diploma and have technology aptitude
• Associate degree in accounting or business, a plus
• Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and knowledge of accounting software, a plus
• Team-player with a strong sense of urgency
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Problem-solving and attention to detail