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Your new companyOur client is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their company, an IT & Electrical Contractor based in Loughborough.Your new roleAs the Accounts Assistant, you'll provide essential administrative and bookkeeping support to the accountant; this is a pivotal role, where you will be expected to support with the Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, and Credit Control, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth financial operations. Your responsibilities may include:
- Purchase Ledger & Sales Ledger duties.
- Sending and paying invoices.
- Query resolution.
- Cash book/cash flow management.
- Monitoring customer accounts, chasing payments, and managing credit limits.
- Managing outstanding debts and minimising credit risk.
- Reviewing aged debt reports.
- Reconciling supplier statements.
- Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Handling correspondence, filing, and printing.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed customer records.
- Building rapport with clients.
- Assisting with month-end duties.
- Communicating across all levels of the business.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant
- Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger & Credit Control experience
- Experience of cash allocation
- High level of attention to detail
- Excellent numerical ability
- Positive, can-do attitude
- Problem-solving ability
- Good communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
The salary for this role is paying £26k-£27k, depending on experience.Please note: this is a fully office-based role.Hours are 8.30am-5pm, Mon-Fri.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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