Accounts Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a thriving business based in St Albans. This role offers you the chance to become an integral part of a supportive finance team, working closely with the Financial Controller and contributing to the smooth running of all day-to-day accounting operations. You will enjoy a varied workload that covers both purchase and sales ledgers, credit control, reconciliations, and more, ensuring no two days are ever the same.

Job Title – Accounts Assistant

Rate - £19 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Duration – 3 months temp

Location – St Albans

Working Pattern – 5 days a week in the office

Job Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger transactions in collaboration with existing part-time support, ensuring accuracy and timely input into accounts software and CRM systems.
• Input supplier invoices efficiently while resolving any queries that arise, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers through considerate communication.
• Reconcile supplier statements regularly, identifying discrepancies and taking appropriate action to ensure records are up-to-date.
• Prepare weekly payment runs via BACS, coordinating with internal stakeholders to meet deadlines and maintain cash flow integrity.
• Manage sales ledger activities including retail and contract sales invoicing, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant with company procedures.
• Undertake credit control duties by monitoring outstanding balances, issuing reminders, and liaising with clients to facilitate prompt payments.

Experience Needed

• Demonstrated experience working within an accounts or finance administration role where accuracy was paramount across multiple tasks.
• Proficiency using Excel spreadsheets for data entry, analysis, reconciliation tasks, and reporting purposes is essential for success in this position.
• A methodical approach combined with excellent attention to detail ensures that all financial records are maintained accurately at all times.
• Experience using SAP or similar accounting software would be advantageous but is not essential; willingness to learn new systems is important.

If this role interests you please apply now with your CV

Many thanks,

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates