Accounts Assistant
New Today
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our Financial Controller and wider business. This is a varied role covering purchase ledger, sales ledger, cash book management, and general accounting support, ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on and making a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger
* Process purchase invoices daily in a paperless environment
* Match invoices to purchase orders
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
* Manage outstanding creditor balances and payment schedules
* Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries
Sales Ledger & Credit Control
* Manage the full sales ledger function
* Proactively chase outstanding payments and monitor aged debt
* Maintain accurate records and reconcile to the financial ledger
* Support the sales team with documentation for deliveries and shipments
Cash Book
* Post and allocate daily cash receipts and payments
* Maintain accurate cash books
* Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
Accounts & Reporting
* Support VAT processes (including Hungary and Spain)
* Assist with VAT returns, journals, and petty cash
* Prepare intercompany stock transfers
* Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting
* Assist with audits and produce reports for management
What We’re Looking For
* Strong attention to detail and excellent administrative skills
* Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels
* Proactive and organised with a problem-solving mindset
* IT literate and comfortable working in a paperless environment
Job Type: Permanent
Work Location: In person
- Location:
- Tipton, Sandwell
- Salary:
- £26,000 - £28,000 /annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Accounting/Financial/Insurance