Role Overview The Accounts Assistant will support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth operation of accounting processes.This role involves a variety of tasks related to purchase and sales ledgers, payments, reconciliations, and general financial administration. Key Responsibilities Purchase Ledger Management Process purchase ledger invoices and check them against purchase orders Reconcile supplier statements Assist in preparation of supplier payment runs Employee Expenses Process employee expense claims Assist in preparation of employee payment runs Intercompany and Freight Assist in booking intercompany deliveries Check freight invoices against despatch manifests Credit Control & Customer Accounts Perform credit control duties Liaise with Customer Services regarding orders on hold and amendments Set up new customer accounts Take and post customer payments Banking & Cash Management Maintain the daily cash book Perform bank reconciliations Stock & Month-End Assist in stock control Assist in month-end accounts preparation Team Support Cover tasks of colleagues during annual leave Undertake other duties as directed Skills & Attributes * At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role * Basic understanding of accounting principles and double entry bookkeeping. * Familiarity with purchase ledger processes and credit control. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy * Good organisational and time management skills * Ability to work collaboratively within a team * Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite * Effective communication skills * AAT qualifications would be good but not essential We endeavour to reply to all applications, however, if you haven`t heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by Grafters Recruitment Consultants / Grafters Accountancy Personnel