Job Title: Senior Accounts Assistant
Location: North Essex
Type: Full-time.
About the Role:
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to oversee the accounting records in the accounting department; nominal ledger, sales ledger, purchase ledger and VAT. You’ll play a key role in guiding strategic decisions and ensuring the financial health. The accounting function will be moving from external to in-house, of which this is the first appointment in-house to solely start the accounting function, reporting to the Managing Director but also in contact with the external Finance Director plus the in-house operational team. Turnover is approximately £5m per annum for the two businesses combined.
This is a position in an office near North Essex, not suitable for remote working, and therefore your own car is essential due to the office location.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable and Payable
*Receive, verify, and log supplier invoices and credit notes.
*Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts.
*Perform data entry and respond to calls/emails as required.
*Process sales and purchase invoices.
*Reporting for payment issues and resolve queries.
*Monitor, report, and track overdue payments.
Bank
*Process income and expenditure from bank feeds.
*Ensure daily reconciliation with the bank.
Skills & Experience
*Relevant qualification but more importantly proven experience in a similar role.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
*High proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
*Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
*Flexible and adaptable approach.
*Experience using Sage (essential).
*Professional and discreet approach to handling confidential information.