Posted in: Supply Chain/Logistics in Newcastle upon Tyne | Posted: |
Job description
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
The main responsibility of an Accounts Assistant is to support the company accountant with business accounting activities. This includes raising, sending and paying invoices, reconciling bank statements and company accounts and assist in the collection of late payments.
You will also assist with basic administration tasks and should be on hand to answer any queries raised by staff or external clients or suppliers. You will be expected to help document and maintain the business’ finance procedures, updating and implementing them wherever necessary.
Daily tasks include:
* Invoice processing
* Processing expense requests
* Credit control
* Cash book maintenance
* Maintaining the company purchase and sales ledgers
* Bank reconciliation
* Raising sales invoices
* Liaising with third party providers, clients and suppliers
* Basic administration
* Updating and maintaining procedural documentation
Skills and experience required in following
* Business Studies
* Finance
* Accounting
* Mathematics
* Knowledge of Sage 50 Professional preferred but not essential
* Knowledge of Word, Excel etc
* Minimum 2 years experience required
The following skills are also beneficial for this role:
* High level of accuracy
* Analytical skills
* Excellent communication skills
Role
Full time – permanent position
Hours of Work
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Salary
Negotiable
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Accounting: 2 years (required)