Description
The Opportunity:
Kenton Black Finance are currently recruiting for a full-time and permanent Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk on behalf of a business that is based in the Accrington area. This company has a turnover of circa 70 million pounds, and has been operating for over 25 years. Our client is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team. This is a varied role that will suit someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for accuracy, supporting the smooth running of the day-to-day accounting operations. Please note, this is an office based job.
Salary and Benefits:
- A salary of £25,000 - £28,000
- 28 days of annual leave
- Company pension
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
Your New Role as the Accounts Assistant:
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries promptly.
• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Assisting with month-end routines and accruals.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and files.
• Assisting with general accounts and administration duties as required (e.g. sales ledger, bank reconciliations, ad hoc month-end tasks)
Experience and Skills Required to Apply:
• Previous experience in a general accounts role ideal.
• Driving license required for travel to our Altham site. (ESSENTIAL)
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy. (ESSENTIAL)
• Competent user of Excel. Previous use of accounting software (Sage 200 is beneficial but not essential).
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal. (ESSENTIAL)
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines. (ESSENTIAL)
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and support the team. (ESSENTIAL)
Summary:
This is a great opportunity to join an established and industry leading business that has a turnover in excess of 70 million pounds. The job requires you to have purchase ledger experience and work on a full-time basis. You'll work in the office 5 days a week. If you're looking for your next step in the accounts department, then please get in touch.
TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST BE RESIDING IN THE UK CURRENTLY, HAVE RECENT UK BASED ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPERIENCE, AND HAVE THE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.
You must also meet all the ‘ESSENTIAL' criteria for your application to be considered.
This vacancy is being handled by Carl Angilly – Kenton Black Finance.
Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
Kenton Black Finance are currently recruiting for a full-time and permanent Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger Clerk on behalf of a business that is based in the Accrington area. This company has a turnover of circa 70 million pounds, and has been operating for over 25 years. Our client is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team. This is a varied role that will suit someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for accuracy, supporting the smooth running of the day-to-day accounting operations. Please note, this is an office based job.
Salary and Benefits:
- A salary of £25,000 - £28,000
- 28 days of annual leave
- Company pension
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
Your New Role as the Accounts Assistant:
• Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries promptly.
• Processing purchase invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching and coding invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Assisting with month-end routines and accruals.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and files.
• Assisting with general accounts and administration duties as required (e.g. sales ledger, bank reconciliations, ad hoc month-end tasks)
Experience and Skills Required to Apply:
• Previous experience in a general accounts role ideal.
• Driving license required for travel to our Altham site. (ESSENTIAL)
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy. (ESSENTIAL)
• Competent user of Excel. Previous use of accounting software (Sage 200 is beneficial but not essential).
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal. (ESSENTIAL)
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines. (ESSENTIAL)
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and support the team. (ESSENTIAL)
Summary:
This is a great opportunity to join an established and industry leading business that has a turnover in excess of 70 million pounds. The job requires you to have purchase ledger experience and work on a full-time basis. You'll work in the office 5 days a week. If you're looking for your next step in the accounts department, then please get in touch.
TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST BE RESIDING IN THE UK CURRENTLY, HAVE RECENT UK BASED ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPERIENCE, AND HAVE THE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.
You must also meet all the ‘ESSENTIAL' criteria for your application to be considered.
This vacancy is being handled by Carl Angilly – Kenton Black Finance.
Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.