Main Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to join our small, supportive, and well-established team. Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records through effective sales and purchase ledger management and support with month-end reporting.

Key Responsibilities

● Maintain and update cashflow forecasts

● Handle supplier payments and maintain customer/supplier ledgers

● Process expenses – both credit card and cash

● Maintain Shipamax queues and support CASS processes

● Prepare month-end reports and assist in variance analysis

● Perform profit & loss analysis and support accruals/prepayments with external accountants

● Assist in credit control, including chasing overdue payments

● Code invoices to the nominal ledger

● Liaise with customers, suppliers, and external accountants

● Answer telephone/email queries from stakeholders

● Support Senior Management Accountant with various reports and analysis

● Perform ad-hoc tasks and other reasonable duties as required



Skills & Competencies – Must Haves

● Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

● Confident in dealing with clients and suppliers

● High level of attention to detail and accuracy

● Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

● Proficient in Microsoft Excel

● Experience with Microsoft Outlook and email communication


Benefits Package

● Competitive salary based on experience

● 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

● Contributory pension scheme

● Health Shield membership

● Life Assurance with 24/7 GP access

● Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

● Discretionary bonus scheme