Accounts Assistant
1 day ago
Tipton
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our Financial Controller and wider business. This is a varied role covering purchase ledger, sales ledger, cash book management, and general accounting support, ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on and making a real impact. Key Responsibilities Purchase Ledger • Process purchase invoices daily in a paperless environment, • Match invoices to purchase orders, • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies, • Manage outstanding creditor balances and payment schedules, • Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries Sales Ledger & Credit Control • Manage the full sales ledger function, • Proactively chase outstanding payments and monitor aged debt, • Maintain accurate records and reconcile to the financial ledger, • Support the sales team with documentation for deliveries and shipments Cash Book • Post and allocate daily cash receipts and payments, • Maintain accurate cash books, • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations Accounts & Reporting • Support VAT processes (including Hungary and Spain), • Assist with VAT returns, journals, and petty cash, • Prepare intercompany stock transfers, • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting, • Assist with audits and produce reports for management What We’re Looking For • Strong attention to detail and excellent administrative skills, • Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, • Proactive and organised with a problem-solving mindset, • IT literate and comfortable working in a paperless environment Job Type: Permanent Work Location: In person