Accounts Assistant (GFDit27319) - Talentedge : Job Details

My client - a technology business based not far from GUILDFORD STATION is seeking an ACCOUNTS_ASSISTANT to join them whilst they experience unprecedented growth!

PLEASE NOTE - This role is based in the office for 4 out of 5 days

RESPONSIBILITIES

Payables

• Overall ownership of all aspects of spend management - supplier invoicing, expenses, company cards.
• Manage flow of invoices from suppliers, received by email or via portals
• Ensure accurate posting of costs - cost categories and VAT codes.
• Support FC and CFO with cost control measures by ensuring costs are appropriately approved
• Own all supplier correspondence, including resolution of queries and reconciling supplier statements.
• Manage the processing of employee expenses v
• Implement and enforce expense policies (expenses and prepaid cards)
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Propose weekly payment runs for FC review and approval
• Set up payment runs

Credit control

• Chase outstanding debts - debt collection through phone calls & emails.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with Billing and Sales teams
• Upload & maintain direct debit payments to the bank on a monthly basis.
• Update senior management on key collection issues
• Directing debt collection agencies when required.

Management accounts

• Support Management Accountant prepare prepayments and accruals.
• Support FC calculate bad debt provisions.

THE IDEAL PERSON

• Has started or is willing to start a finance qualification
• Basic knowledge of double entry-booking at a minimum, however, strong work ethic and openness to learn new things is a must.
• Strong level of Microsoft Excel skills.
• Xero experience would be preferable, but not essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisation skills and detail orientation.
• Ability to prioritise, multi-task and effectively manage changing priorities.

Apply today for this great role!!!!