Accounts Assistant

Hays PLC; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking group organization as an Accounts Assistant in Carlisle, where you'll play a vital role in the finance team. This position offers the chance to work with a dynamic group, ensuring the smooth processing of invoices and payments across multiple entities. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail and a passion for finance. Don't miss out on the opportunity to contribute to an industry leader while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

5% Employer & Employee pension contribution

Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 days)

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role is essential.
• AAT Level 3 or similar qualification is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchase Ledger function across multiple entities.
• Accurately code invoices and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Finance experience

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

Accountancy packages

Job description

Accounts Assistant | Carlisle

Your new company

An evolving Group organisation with a head office based in Carlisle, an industry leader with an expanding customer base, currently seeking a full-time Purchase Ledger to join their Finance Team on a permanent basis.

Your new role

Working as part of a small team, you will support the Purchase Ledger function across 4 trading legal entities to ensure efficient processing of invoices, credits and payments.
Duties will include:

• Accurately coding invoices and credit notes on various accountancy packages.
• Match invoices to purchase orders.
• Ensure compliance with authorisation procedures.
• Creation of new supplier accounts and maintenance of existing accounts.
• Completion of supplier statement reconciliations.
• Preparation of payment reports and month-end purchase order accruals.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Experience in a similar finance role.
• AAT level 3 or similar (ideal)

What you'll get in return

• Salary between £28,000 and £30,000 (experience dependant).
• 5% Employer & Employee pension contribution.
• Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 days).
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance program.

What you need to do now

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