Accounts Assistant

Temporary - Permanent

Hemel Hempstead
 

We are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a temporary - permanent basis for a rapidly growing client in the Hemel Hempstead area. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for someone looking to grow and progress their careers and join company at the early stages of its lifespan but with an exciting future ahead. We are looking for someone immediately available and with 4+ years experience in a similar type role, who is confident in being able to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities and Duties;

• Sales invoicing, credit control and monitoring of bad debts
• Receiving, seeking approval and posting of supplier invoices
• Maintain customer/supplier relationships including resolution of enquiries
• Daily cash input and reconciliations using Sage 200 
• Assist in the preparation of weekly supplier and expense payment runs
• Maintain files and electronic records
• Update and maintain accounts database
• Perform administrative tasks as needed including mail, banking, letters and phone calls
• Detailed account reconciliations for machine locations including rent and business rates
• Ad hoc analysis and tasks as requested by the Financial Controller 

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• 4+ years bookkeeping/accounting experience with experience in a similar role an advantage
• Experience using Sage essential
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the confidence and ability to handle large volumes of data
• The skills to create, build and maintain strong relationships
• Exceptionally good presentation, verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work quickly, flexibly and accurately