• Immediate start for the right candidate in an outstanding Accounts Assistant
• Ideal opportunity for someone with Sales Ledger/Credit Control experience looking to progress in Management Accounts

About the Client:

An established business within the Engineering sector located near Manchester Airport, which is continuing to consistently grow with strong performance built on a credible reputation. Taking pride in offering a quality service to their highly specialised clients, they are determined to ensure a sustainable approach to their business and environment. This role for an Accounts Assistant has been created to take on responsibilities combining a range of activities to ensure there is ample opportunity for growth and support through studies. With free parking on site, the role is ideal for anyone located in South Manchester, or the surrounding area with easy access to the M60.

Job Description:

Day to Day responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant role will be responsible for:

• Raising and uploading sales invoices into the finance system
• Allocating cash payments and ensuring receipts are banked properly
• Managing the sales ledger month end process
• Liaising directly with customers on billing queries
• Raising and posting of credit notes as needed
• Setting up new customer accounts and performing credit check reports
• Working to collect aged debt and collecting payments from clients on a timely basis
• Generating reports on debt and outstanding invoices for analysis
• Preparing and posting journals
• Assisting with weekly payment runs
• Cashflow forecasting and reporting
• Assisting with month end calculations
• Production of Monthly Management Information Packs

The Successful Applicant:

The successful candidate for the role of Accounts Assistant will:

• Have previous experience in a similar position
• Proven experience in a sales ledger/credit control position
• Be AAT qualified or actively studying (AAT. ACCA. CIMA)
• Desire to progress a career in Finance and complete studies
• Confident in using finance systems and able to use Excel (VLookups, Pivot Tables)
• Able to work independently and as part of a larger finance team
• Ability to prioritise workload across Ledger/Management Accounting
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal

Benefits:

• Progressive role ideal for those transitioning from ledger into a wider accounting role
• Immediate Start for the right candidate with competitive salary