Accounts Assistant
Location: Northamptonshire
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm | Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum DOE
The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a well-established engineering business based in Northamptonshire.
The successful candidate will have strong administration and finance experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment. This role would suit someone who is confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls in a professional manner
Scanning, uploading, and electronically filing documentation
Setting up new suppliers and customers within the accounting system
Processing purchase invoices accurately using an automated invoice processing system
Raising customer invoices and statements
Chasing outstanding payments and managing credit control activities
Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
Requesting VAT invoices where required
Reconciling supplier statements and resolving account queries
Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounts duties
Managing the shared accounts inbox and providing cover during absences
Downloading and distributing company credit card statements and chasing receipts when required
Skills & Experience Required
Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administration role
Experience using accounting software such as Xero would be advantageous
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Experience processing invoices and reconciling supplier statements
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Professional and confident approach when communicating with suppliers and customers
If you are interested in this position, please apply directly or email your CV to. You can also call Maria on (phone number removed).
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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