Job Vacancy: Accounts Assistant
Location: Barry, South Wales
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000
Start Date: Immediate
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Accounts Assistant to manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) operations within a small, collaborative finance team.
Core Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable
Set up new customer profiles within the ERP system (full training provided)
Generate accurate customer invoices and ensure prompt distribution
Process customer credits and refunds with proper documentation
Post cash receipts and perform invoice matching
Maintain customer databases and resolve account discrepancies
Credit Control
Execute debt collection procedures professionally
Manage aged debtor portfolios and apply appropriate recovery measures
Perform weekly aged debtors reconciliations against the general ledger
Generate aged debtor analysis and overdue invoice reports
Accounts Payable & Supplier Management
Process supplier invoices accurately within the ERP system (full training provided)
Verify invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes
Execute payment runs according to agreed terms
Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries
Process employee expense claims
Maintain positive supplier relationships
General Finance Support
Perform weekly sales reconciliations
Maintain accurate filing and transaction documentation
Assist Finance Manager with month-end procedures
Support external audit with documentation
Provide payroll coverage during colleague absences
Preferred Qualifications:
AAT Level
Experience with ERP systems
Credit control
What We Offer:
A comprehensive role covering both AP and AR operations
Professional development opportunities within a supportive finance team
Full training on the ERP system
Collaborative working environment with a small, close-knit team
Please apply below and Alex will call you in confidence