We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent professional services business based in Stockton-on-Tees. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant/Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a friendly, close-knit team within a stable and respected organisation.
This role will suit someone who enjoys a varied accounts position, takes pride in accuracy and organisation, and is confident managing purchase ledger, utilities, and day-to-day finance administration in a busy office environment.
Reporting into senior management, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger and associated finance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Processing high volumes of purchase ledger invoices (c.100 per week), ensuring correct authorisation and confirmation of completed works
2. Managing utility invoices, monitoring balances, investigating discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records
3. Reconciling supplier statements, handling supplier queries, and completing new supplier onboarding
4. Managing and escalating communications from debt collection agencies as required
5. Recording meter readings, reviewing utility bill downloads, managing credit notes, and updating estimated readings
6. Accurately recharging utilities and allocating costs
7. Posting daily cash receipts to the ledger
8. Issuing account statements, carrying out...