Accounts Assistant

Objective:

To work within the finance team processing invoices, resolve queries and provide support to the finance and operational teams within the company.

Job Function and Responsibilities:

Your role will include the following key responsibilities.

* Overall responsibility for the invoice processing function of the finance team.
* Input into the recruitment database for timesheet information.
* Regular uploads of invoice information into the accounting system.
* To undertake filing of invoices and documentation merging.
* Timely resolution of adhoc queries from internal and external sources.
* Preparation in payment runs in accordance with the timetable agreed with the Finance Manager.
* Support in the completion of company bank reconciliations.
* Provide cover for credit control functions as and when necessary.
* Responsible for courier and post for the business.
* Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill requirements

* Experience of working in a financial environment and dealing with a range of financial matters.
* Experience in the use of financial systems and procedures.
* Excellent numeric and IT skills and confident use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
* Knowledge or experience of Sage based financial systems would be advantageous.
* Knowledge of withholding tax would be beneficial.
* Qualified to AAT level 2-4.
* Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* High levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
* Effective organisational and workload management skills.