Accounts Assistant

Alexander Daniels are seeking an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a large engineering business in Wolverhampton on a full time, permanent basis. Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will provide crucial support in compiling and maintaining the financial records of the company. This role encompasses a variety of accounting tasks, including purchase ledger, cashbook, expenses, nominal ledger/month-end routines, and serving as backup for other members of the finance team.

Key Activities:

• Ownership and maintenance of the purchase ledger including processing and checking purchase ledger invoices daily
• Resolving delays in approvals by liaising with various departments
• Ensuring timely authorisation of invoices according to the delegated list of authorities
• Handling supplier queries via email and phone
• Generating purchase ledger payment runs
• Updating purchase ledger register log and providing assistance to relevant departments for invoice clearance
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Daily updating of cash book transactions from bank statements
• Nominal ledger/month-end routines and close off
• Covering GRNI report and goods inspection reports
• Checking and posting expenses claims on a weekly basis, ensuring proper authorisation and prompt resolution of queries
• Preparing monthly overhead transactional analysis
• Filing finance documentation
• Assisting with orders and invoice requirements for customer submissions
• Meeting all monthly cut-offs for month-end processes
• Willingness to take on additional tasks as needed.

Essential Role Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of computer accounting software systems
• Experience in processing and maintaining entries in accounts payable and general ledgers
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail
• Well-organised with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Motivated to complete tasks efficiently
• Proficient IT literacy, especially in MS Excel

If you have the necessary skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your resume and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the position. We look forward to reviewing your application.

The business offers an excellent working environment and benefits. The hours of work are 9-5pm Monday to Thursday then 9-4:30pm on Friday (37 hours per week). This role is office based in Wolverhampton, hybrid working will be available after probation/training is complete.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.