Job Description
MacKenzie King are recruiting an Accounts Assistant on a 9 Month fixed term contract for a growing business, based in Woodbridge. Reporting to the Financial Controller, as an Accounts Assistant you will provide support to the Management Accountants by processing supplier payments, supplier invoices, expense forms and bank reconciliations, ensuring timely supplier payments and accurate financial records. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a professional attitude to both internal and external customers and be able to work well as a part of a team. This is a great opportunity for someone keen to learn and looking for their first step into an accounts role, supported by a great mentor.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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* Matching supplier invoices to purchase orders
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* Prepare payment runs for authorisation
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* Investigating any issues with purchase orders
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* Review and maintain accruals account on a monthly basis
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* File invoices and other month end information
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* Deal with supplier queries
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* Maintain invoice query log and work closely with the wider team to resolve issues
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* Ensure processes are standardised and task notes are kept up to date
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* Prepare weekly bank reconciliation
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* Review debtor and creditor balances
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* Assist with the cash forecast preparation and agree to bank reconciliation when completed
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* Plan and liaise with the wider team to achieve month end deadlines
Key Skills & Attributes:
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* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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* Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel
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* Ability to organise and manage your own workload to meet deadlines
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* Attention to detail and accuracy
Study support is also on offer for those looking to begin AAT. To learn more about this role please get in touch with Ben at MacKenzie King.