Accounts Assistant
Salary DOE
Skelmersdale, Wigan (WN8)
We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our team at AEL. The successful candidate will primarily support with the day-to-day running of the accounts function, particularly the sales ledger. However, they will also be supporting the rest of the finance team with a range of ad-hoc projects and duties as required.
This is a great role for someone who wants their own steady area of core responsibilities but wants to gain a bit more exposure to the wider finance function or simply enjoys a mixture of tasks to keep the day interesting. We would consider supporting the right candidate through professional qualifications.
AEL is a successful and growing organisation with over 20 years of experience the construction industry, and this role has arisen to support a new phase of growth for the business.
The role is full-time and fully in the office, 40 hour working week.
Core Responsibilities:
* Taking responsibility for the day-to-day sales ledger, including processing accurate sales invoices and proformas
* Updating invoice trackers and liaising with the production managers to ensure all invoicing is captured in a timely manner
* Credit control duties (e.g. – chasing customers for payment, sending customer statements)
* Maintaining the fixed asset register
* Processing purchase invoices for overheads
* Supporting with journals and balance sheet reconciliations (e.g. accruals/prepayments)
* CIS statements
* General finance administration, e.g. ensuring filing is kept up to date
* Supporting the Finance Manager & Management Accountant as needed
The ideal candidate should have experience of sales ledger, but training and support will be provided on all aspects of the role.
Key Skills/Experience:
* Sage 50 experience (desirable)
* AAT Level 2 or higher
* At least 1 year of experience with sales ledger, e.g. raising invoices
* High level of attention to detail
* Good communication skills (e.g. phone and email)
* Basic Excel skills
* Good organisation skills
* Motivated and able to work proactively
Benefits:
* Free parking on site
* Standard 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), with an additional 2 days after 2 years' service. There is a further 2 days added after 4 years' service.
* Company pension
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Experience:
* Accounts receivable: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Experience:
* Accounts receivable: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person