Accounts Administrator

Are you an experienced Accounts Administrator, looking for a new opportunity ? Would you like to work for an established, market leading business committed to the highest ethical & sustainable practices ?

Job Description

Seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Accounts Administrator to join an established team. The Accounts Administrator reports directly to the Financial Controller and will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day financial transactions, including bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciling accounts and financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Hours and Pay:

• Working Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5.30pm
• Salary: £25k start, increase to £27k on passing 6 month probation + £1200 annual attendance bonus

Job Duties:

• Credit Control: Making calls and Sending emails to customers ensuring payments are received and correctly allocated.
• Purchase Ledger: Accept stock, process purchase invoices, accurately coding up and resolving any invoice approval issues.
• Sales Ledger: Process returns, issue credit notes and clear general customer enquiries.
• Purchase Reconciliation: Assist the purchasing department to ensure data is accurate to later reconcile for accounting purposes.
• Expense Management: Monitor and process employee expense claims and ensure they comply with company policy.
• General Ledger: Assist in maintaining accurate general ledger entries & resolve discrepancies.
• Set up supplier accounts, maintain existing account details within purchase & sales ledgers
• Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Maintain existing spreadsheets to assist with financial planning.
• Deal with supplier queries via phone or email. You will be expected to take other incoming calls and forward any non-accounts payable calls to the necessary department.
• Ad hoc Duties supporting the whole account's function and work as a cohesive Accounts Team.

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate:

• Proven experience in accounts administration or bookkeeping.
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and financial systems.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and tax regulations is a plus.
• Relevant qualifications in accounting, finance, or a related field are preferred.

Closing date 20.01.2025

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