Accounts Assistant - Reed : Job Details

Reed Accountancy is delighted to be working with an amazing client in County Durham in their search for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will involve a variety of accounting tasks, including invoicing, sales ledger management, and bank reconciliations. The successful candidate will receive full training on Opera and Job Logic systems and will play a key role in the Accounts Department.

Working in a close-knit team, your duties will include:

• Enter timesheets and purchase invoices onto the Opera system to familiarize with the Accounts Department’s routines.
• Handle sales ledger tasks such as invoicing, processing receipts, issuing monthly statements, and liaising with customers to resolve account queries.
• Match paid invoices on Opera and Job Logic systems for cash book receipts and remittances.
• Prepare weekly debtor reports using XRL and assist with month-end and year-end audits.
• Perform daily checks and updates, monitoring customer accounts for outstanding dues and forecasting potential receivables.
• Liaise with the Accounts Office Manager and Directors as required and handle ad hoc duties.
• Understand and manage aspects of the CIS Scheme, including verifying new subcontractors.

You will have:

• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software is preferred.
• Strong mathematical skills or a similar background.
• Excellent telephone manners and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
• Capable of building and maintaining effective relationships.
• Commitment to discretion when in contact with clients or their representatives.

Benefits:

• 34 holidays per year, including bank holidays (3 days reserved for Christmas).
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full-time position with a 9am to 5pm schedule and a 1-hour lunch break.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!