ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | HYBRID WORKING
SALARY FROM £23,500 to £25,500 + EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT | STARTING DECEMBER OR BEFORE
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Get Recruited is working with a highly successful and well-established business based in Newcastle upon Tyne, who are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their Finance team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Finance Assistant who has previous experience working within an Accounts Payable function and is looking for their next opportunity.
You'll be joining a supportive and experienced Finance team, taking responsibility for a range of payment processing, financial administration and accounts payable activities.
The business offers an excellent benefits package, including hybrid working, a generous pension contribution, annual leave and opportunities for professional development.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / PURCHASE LEDGER ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing payments accurately and efficiently, ensuring all transactions are completed within agreed timescales.
Supporting the day-to-day Accounts Payable function, including processing and checking financial transactions.
Preparing payment information and maintaining accurate financial records.
Investigating and resolving payment discrepancies and outstanding queries.
Liaising with internal departments and external contacts regarding payments and account queries.
Assisting with reconciliations and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.
Maintaining financial documentation and supporting audit requirements.
Using accounting systems and Excel to manage financial information.
Supporting the wider Finance team with additional accounting and administrative responsibilities.
THE PERSON:
Must have previous experience working as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or in a similar finance position.
Previous hands-on Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience is essential.
Good understanding of payment processes and accounting procedures.
Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Experience dealing with payment queries and resolving discrepancies.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A proactive and reliable approach with strong communication skills.
TO APPLY:
If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Finance Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne, please send your CV through for immediate consideration.
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PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSISTANTWINSFORD | £28,000–£30,000 PER ANNUMLocation: Winsford, CheshireSalary: £28,000–£30,000 per annum, depending on experienceJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentHours: Monday to Thursday, 8.30am–5.00pm; Friday, 8.30am–4.00pmWe are working with an established and successful company based in Winsford that is looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Payable Assistant to join its finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records.The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices, payments and reconciliations are processed accurately and efficiently.PURCHASE LEDGER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded.Process supplier invoices, checking accuracy and matching against purchase orders and goods received.Reconcile supplier statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies.Monitor and reconcile Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) balances, including outstanding purchase orders and unmatched receipts.Prepare and process supplier payments accurately and within agreed deadlines.Handle purchase ledger and payment queries, liaising with suppliers, internal departments and service providers.Produce weekly and monthly financial reports for the management team.Assist with general finance administration, including answering telephone enquiries.Support the wider finance team with additional accounting and administrative duties as required.
PURCHASE LEDGER SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Previous experience working in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar finance role is essential.Good understanding of purchase ledger processes, including invoice matching, supplier reconciliations and payment processing.Experience with GRNI reconciliations and purchase order processing.AAT Level 2 qualification or currently studying towards AAT would be advantageous.Experience using Oracle NetSuite would be desirable, although not essential.Confident working with computerised accounting systems and paperless finance processes.Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with suppliers and colleagues.A proactive, reliable and flexible approach to work.
PURCHASE LEDGER SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary of £28,000–£30,000 per annum, depending on experience.Full-time, permanent position.Monday to Thursday, 8.30am–5.00pm.Early finish on Fridays at 4.00pm.20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.Christmas shutdown.Health and wellbeing programme.Free onsite parking.Opportunity to join an established and supportive finance team.
APPLY NOWIf you are an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Assistant or Finance Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Winsford, we would like to hear from you.Apply today for immediate consideration.Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd operates as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.....Read more...
TEMPORARY PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER (HYBRID WORKING)
£15.40 to £17.50 PER HOUR + IMMEDIATE START
TEMPORARY CONTRACT WITH POTENTIAL TO BECOME PERMANENT
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We're partnering with a well-established business in Salford that is looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Assistant on an immediate temporary basis, with the potential to become permanent.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong Purchase Ledger experience and Xero knowledge who can hit the ground running.
The role will involve managing high volumes of purchase invoices, supplier payments, sales ledger transactions and month-end reconciliations, whilst helping to clear an existing backlog.
THE PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing high volumes of purchase invoices using Xero, ensuring accurate coding, matching and authorisation
Managing the purchase ledger from invoice receipt through to supplier payment
Reconciling supplier statements, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding queries
Preparing supplier payment runs and ensuring payments are processed within agreed terms
Maintaining supplier records and liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding queries
Recording daily sales transactions from various revenue streams, ensuring accurate allocation and reconciliation
Clearing an existing backlog of purchase ledger transactions and outstanding finance administration
Completing month-end ledger reconciliations and supporting month-end reporting
Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties
THE PERSON:
Experience within a Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Accounts Payable role
Strong Purchase Ledger experience, including high-volume invoice processing, is essential
Confident using Xero independently is essential
Good Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations and financial data
Sales Ledger and month-end reconciliation experience would be advantageous
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to hit the ground running
Available to start immediately or at short notice following a video interview
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
IMMEDIATE START – VIDEO INTERVIEWS BEING ARRANGED.
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