Accounts Assistant with ref. J36386

A reputable business, based in Woolpit, seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a permanent, full-time basis. Working within the Construction industry, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and a small team of dedicated professionals.

Your primary responsibilities will include processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting various accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Handle sales and supplier invoices efficiently.
• Reconciliation: Match delivery notes to purchase/sales invoices and conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
• Supplier Accounts: Set up and maintain supplier accounts, ensuring accurate records.
• Payments Management: Reconcile supplier statements to Sage accounts and manage payments.
• Expense Processing: Process business expense returns and petty cash/credit card transactions.
• Cash Book and Bank Statements: Update the cash book daily and perform monthly bank statement reconciliations.
• Payment Allocation: Allocate payments on Sage accurately and record retention deductions.
• Payroll and Credit Control: Assist with payroll and credit control activities.
• Account Reconciliations: Handle payment applications and final account reconciliations.
• Ad Hoc Duties: Perform other duties as required to support the finance team.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in a similar accounts assistant role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in using Sage accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of payroll and credit control processes is advantageous.

In return, this role offers a competitive salary, opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry, a supportive team environment as well as professional development and career progression

If you are interested in finding out more, or would like to apply, please send an updated CV to thomas@compasspoint.co.uk

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