Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Senior Accounts Clerk for a well-established Freight Forwarder. The role is based in the Slough, Berkshire area.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
* Complete month-end reports and perform reconciliation of all accounts.
* Oversee purchase ledger, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
* Manage and submit VAT returns in accordance with regulations.
* Prepare and process monthly payment runs, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
* Oversee credit control, managing receivables and minimizing outstanding debts.
* Handle multi-currency payables and receivables, ensuring accurate currency conversions and records.
* Transfer data from the operating system into accounting records, verifying accuracy (e.g., correct currency invoicing, charge allocations).
* Generate and issue duty and VAT invoices to customers.
* Address and resolve complex customer and supplier queries, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving.
Key Requirements:
* Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliation, and credit control.
* Experience in multi-currency transactions and accounts payable/receivable management.
* Proficiency in VAT returns filing and compliance.
* Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail in financial transactions.
* Ability to handle complex financial queries from customers and suppliers.
* Proficiency in accounting Xero and Microsoft Excel essential.
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