Key Duties of the Trainee Accounts Assistant
* Accurate and timely entry of purchase invoices received from suppliers, including reconciliation to supplier statements
* Accurate and timely creation and issuing of sales invoices
* Completion of bank reconciliations
* Ensure all customer, occupancy and vendor records are up to date and compliant with group procedures
* Support the prompt collection of outstanding debts from Local Authorities and private fee payers, including contacting debtors and providing copy invoices/statements
* Take an active part in team meetings
* Assist in analysing monthly financial performance, including occupancy and fee rates, highlighting variances and supporting corrective actions
* Ensure all financial records are kept up to date and correctly filed
* Identify risks and opportunities within financial results and business operations and recommend actions where appropriate
* Help promote a culture of financial awareness and accountability across non-financial teams
* Undertake training as required
Compliance & Procedures
* Comply with Health & Safety, COSHH and Fire regulations and procedures
* Follow company procedures relating to missing persons, complaints and emergency situations
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures
* Proactively use IT systems and equipment provided to action, report and monitor tasks and requests
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