Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger | £28,000 - £30,000 + Bonus | Chorley + Hybrid
Fantastic Benefits | Broad Exposure, i.e. Process Improvement, Systems, Etc.
Axon Moore delighted to be partnering with a leading business in Chorley to recruit a confident and experienced Accounts Assistant to play a pivotal role the smooth running of the Purchase Ledger department. This varied role requires a driven individual who is able to manage and prioritise workload effectively whilst being hungry for success and enthused by change.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
* Purchase Ledger Management: Accurately process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements, resolve queries promptly and support a timely cut-off and reliable payments process.
* Accounts Mailbox Support: Monitor, triage and respond to finance-related emails, ensuring queries are addressed promptly and directed to the appropriate people.
* Cost Control & Accuracy: Maintain high levels of accuracy and ensure correct coding, approvals and supporting documentation to uphold strong financial controls.
* Expense & Credit Card Administration: Review and process employee expenses and company card claims, ensuring timely and accurate posting and reimbursement.
* Petty Cash Oversight: Monitor, record and reconcile petty cash transactions to ensure clarity, accuracy and financial discipline.
* Supplier and Internal Communication: Build good working relationships with colleagues and suppliers, resolving queries professionally and smoothly.
* Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve finance processes, strengthen controls and contribute to best practice within the team.
Required Experience and Skills:
* At least 2 years experience within a similar role
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good organisational and time-keeping skills
* High levels of autonomy and accountability
* Experience working within a high-volume, fast-paced environment
* Good IT and MS Excel skills
Benefits:
* Hours: 37.5 hours p/week
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Hybrid working - 2 days WFH
* 3x Life Assurance
* Private Healthcare package
* Pension - Company 5% & Individual 4%
* Discretionary bonus scheme (company performance)
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