Accounts Assistant

A well-established logistics business is seeking a Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 1-year fixed-term contract. The role offers exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with involvement in various aspects of finance operations, including sales invoicing, reconciliations, and credit control.

What will the Accounts Assistant role involve?

• Raising Sales Invoices.
• Credit Control: Chase overdue debtors and set up new client accounts.
• Perform balance sheet and VAT reconciliations.
• Purchase Ledger: Assist with invoice posting.

Suitable Candidate for the Accounts Assistant vacancy:

• Essential Competencies:

  • Extensive experience in Sales and Purchase Ledger.

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles.

  • Positive and proactive attitude with the ability to challenge and question processes professionally.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

  • Highly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Knowledge & Skills:

  • Finance qualification (degree level or equivalent).

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate level, no requirement for Pivot Tables or VLOOKUP).

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