Accounts Assistant

Part-Time (30 hours per week) 9 am -3 pm
Salary: £22,000 per annum
Location: Newport Pagnell

About the Role
Our client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team. This role is pivotal in supporting our day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. The successful candidate will work 30 hours per week and be responsible for a range of accounting tasks, focusing on purchase and sales ledger management, bank reconciliations, and the daily use of Sage 50 software.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger Management:

• Processing supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Ensuring invoices are matched with purchase orders and approved for payment.
• Resolving supplier queries promptly and professionally.

• Generating and sending customer invoices.
• Monitoring and chasing overdue payments to ensure timely collection.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer account records.

• Reconciling bank accounts regularly to ensure the accuracy of records.
• Investigating and resolving any discrepancies identified during reconciliations.

• Entering and maintaining all transactions within Sage 50.
• Producing relevant reports as required by the finance team.

• Assisting with month-end processes.
• Supporting the preparation of financial reports and audits.
• Undertaking additional administrative tasks to support the finance function.

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably as an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator.
• Proficiency in Sage 50 software is a must.
• Strong understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes.
• Demonstrated experience in performing bank reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional telephone manner.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.