Accounts Assistant

36 Days Old

Our client is a leading logistics and aerospace support provider, and are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their busy and friendly team. This position supports both general accounting functions and credit control activities. You’ll work closely with internal departments, clients (both domestic and international), and senior management to ensure accurate financial processes and healthy cash flow. The role includes processing invoices, preparing remittances and assisting with monthly and quarterly financial tasks.

Experience of working in logistics would be ideal but not essential

Mon to Fri 9-5pm with half hour for lunch

Salary £ 29-35k - Location Crawley, West Sussex

Duties Include:

Accounts & Financial Administration
Administer day-to-day accounting operations using SAGE 50 software. To include:
Inputting of purchase and sales invoices in both domestic and overseas currencies
Processing and reconciliation of credit card and bank accounts
Administer supplier bank verification processes including verbal and written confirmations
Administration of Expense claims
Creating remittances and contacting suppliers
Liaising with operations department on supplier invoice reconciliation
Resolving discrepancies with suppliers promptly
Processing changes to customer and supplier bank details if necessary
Assist with customer invoicing, supplier payments, and bank reconciliation
Liaise with overseas clients regarding financial transactions and account queries.
VAT returns preparation (quarterly).
Participate in month-end and year-end financial close procedures.
Help prepare financial statements
Dealing with accounts related queries
Assist in the preparation of departmental budgets and forecasts.
Manage international payments and currency exchange transactions.
Credit Control
Oversea the credit control function and provide cover in periods of absence.
Regularly review customer accounts to identify overdue balances.
Review weekly aged debt reports and report to management.
Required Skills & Experience:
Previous experience in accounting and/or credit control.
Proficient in SAGE or similar accounting software.
Solid Excel and data entry skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
Comfortable dealing with customers and cross-functional teams
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Location:
Crawley
Salary:
£29,000 - £35,000 /annum uniform
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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