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Our client is now seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the team in St. Albans. The main duties of the Accounts Assistant include managing supplier invoices and payments, maintaining customer accounts, monitoring outstanding balances, reconciling bank statements, handling multi-currency transactions, creating customer invoices, and inputting supplier invoices into the financial system.

Client Details

Our client, focuses on bringing cutting-edge commercial solutions to the market, with a strong partnership with one of Europe's largest retail manufacturer. Their innovative, high-tech products emphasise a complete retail package, tailored to meet the unique needs of their customers. They offer a wide range of retail solutions, from standard shelving to parcel lockers.

Description

The primary duties of the Accounts Assistant involve:

Managing and maintaining the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Processing supplier invoices, matching them with purchase orders and delivery notes, and resolving discrepancies.
Verifying the validity of expenses and ensuring they comply with company policies.
Timely and accurate data entry into accounting software or systems.
Reconciling supplier statements to maintain accurate account balances.
Preparing and processing payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and direct debits.
Assisting in month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
Contributing to the overall financial health of the organisation by providing support to the finance team in various tasks.
Staying up-to-date with relevant accounting and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
Answering and resolving queries via phone and email from suppliers & customers as requiredProfile

Previous Experience in general accounts role
Proficient in MS Excel
Exceptional Attention to Detail
Demonstrates a Professional Telephone Manner
Level 3 AAT or studying towardsJob Offer

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
On-site parking
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday