Assistant Accountant with Study Support

Yolk Recruitment; Fonmon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm in South Wales is looking for an Assistant Accountant to manage accounts payable and receivable operations. This full-time role offers comprehensive training and the opportunity to work closely within a small finance team. Candidates should hold an AAT Level qualification and have experience with ERP systems. The position promises a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Full training on ERP system

Qualifications

• AAT Level qualification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems desired.
• Proven skills in credit control.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable operations.
• Execute debt collection procedures professionally.
• Perform weekly sales reconciliations.

Skills

Organised

Credit control

Attention to detail

Education

AAT Level

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Vacancy: Assistant Accountant
Location: Barry, South Wales
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: 30,000

Start Date: Immediate

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Assistant Accountant to manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) operations within a small, collaborative finance team.

Core Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable

• Set up new customer profiles within the ERP system (full training provided)
• Generate accurate customer invoices and ensure prompt distribution
• Process customer credits and refunds with proper documentation
• Post cash receipts and perform invoice matching
• Maintain customer databases and resolve account discrepancies

Credit Control

• Execute debt collection procedures professionally
• Manage aged debtor portfolios and apply appropriate recovery measures
• Perform weekly aged debtors reconciliations against the general ledger
• Generate aged debtor analysis and overdue invoice reports

Accounts Payable & Supplier Management

• Process supplier invoices accurately within the ERP system (full training provided)
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes
• Execute payment runs according to agreed terms
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries
• Process employee expense claims
• Maintain positive supplier relationships

General Finance Support

• Perform weekly sales reconciliations
• Maintain accurate filing and transaction documentation
• Assist Finance Manager with month-end procedures
• Support external audit with documentation
• Provide payroll coverage during colleague absences

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAT Level
• Experience with ERP systems
• Credit control

What We Offer:

• A comprehensive role covering both AP and AR operations
• Professional development opportunities within a supportive finance team
• Full training on the ERP system
• Collaborative working environment with a small, close-knit team

Please apply below and Alex will call you in confidence!