Job Description
MacKenzie King are working with a well-established and successful business based in Felixstowe, which boasts over four decades of experience in the import/export, supply chain, and customs industry. They are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join their close-knit and supportive team. The ideal candidate will have some initial experience and a basic knowledge of accountancy, along with the drive to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility. As the Accounts Assistant, you will be working across both sides of the ledger — ensuring the timely processing of purchase ledger invoices and carrying out credit control duties to help manage debt and maintain healthy cash flow. A basic understanding of finance and accounts is essential. However, full training will be provided.
Purchase Ledger:
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* Daily monitoring the purchase ledger accounts inbox
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* Uploading invoices/credits into our operational system from the inbox
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* Processing and passing supplier invoices (approx. 500 per week)
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* Supplier invoice internal and external queries handling
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* Onboarding new suppliers
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* Overhead invoice processing
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* Ad hoc duties as and when required
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* To provide cover for bank and supplier statements reconciliations
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* To provide cover for weekly payment runs
Credit Control:
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* Monitoring the sales ledger, chasing cash and credit term customers accordingly
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* Building relationships with our customers to ensure timely payment of invoices, whilst giving great customer service
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* Liaising with our internal operations teams across the country regarding unpaid invoices and queries
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* Handling customer requests for copy invoices and statements
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* Onboarding new customers
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* Confident approach to escalating issues with customers to the FM
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* Sending out weekly payment reminders and monthly statements to customers
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* Daily completion of duty and vat report
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* Weekly creation of spreadsheets to record customer chasing activity
Essential Skills and Experience:
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* Experience in Sage200, preferred but not essential
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* Good time management and prioritisation skills
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* Attention to detail and a proactive approach
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* A confident communicator
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* Proficient with MS Office
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* A team player with a positive attitude and demeanour
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* Desire to learn the fast-paced industry of freight forwarding
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* Strong excel skills are essential
To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Ben at MacKenzie King.