Accounts Assistant (Purchases)
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant (Purchases) to join a busy finance team, within the Fire door industry. The successful candidate will manage purchase ledger activities, support accounts management tasks, and produce accurate, timely financial reports. This is a hands-on role requiring strong communication skills and the ability to handle supplier queries professionally and courteously.
Key responsibilities
- Maintain and process the purchase ledger, including invoice entry, matching to purchase orders, and posting credit notes
- Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Handle queries from suppliers regarding invoices, payments, and account balances in a professional and courteous manner
- Prepare the weekly suggested payments report to support payment runs
- Produce quality and timely reports as requested by the finance team and management
- Support month-end processes and ad-hoc accounting tasks as required
- Work closely with procurement and other internal departments to ensure smooth invoice processing and supplier relations
- Maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement of accounts processes
Required skills and experience
- Proven experience in accounts management with a focus on purchase ledger
- Strong ability to produce clear, accurate and timely reports
- Excellent communication skills and a professional manner when dealing with suppliers
- Experience preparing weekly suggested payments or similar payment planning reports
- Comfortable handling ad-hoc tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Excel and experience with accounting software
Desirable
- Experience in a similar industry or using ERP/accounting systems
Role details
- Position: Accounts Assistant (Purchases)
- Type: Full-time, permanent
- Salary: £27-28K Per Annum
- Location: Gillingham
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis