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SalaryJob type: Permanent
Hours: Full time and part-time considered – this role may suit candidates wishing to return to a working environment after a career break on reduced hours or a recent graduate looking for their first or second step into accounts
Salary: Circa £25K (dependent on experience)
Start date: Immediate
The Accounts Assistant will join a growing team in our busy Finance Department. You will report into and directly support the Management Accountant, with responsibility for data entry, payment processing and daily bank reconciliation and month end processes. You will also manage debt collection and assist with the day-to-day administration of the Finance department, including reporting. This is a fast-paced role in an ambitious and growing business. All training provided. This role will be office-based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
Accounts Assistant Responsibilities:
- Data entry including processing bank payments and receipts
- Daily bank reconciliation
- Administration / owner of Synergy Funding processes
- Issue and control certain scheduled reports
- Ensure customers pay on time and chase any overdue invoices liaising with our Client Services Team where required
- Improve and implement debt collection processes when there are any overdue invoices or payments, and initiate legal proceedings if necessary
- Assist with day-to-day operations of the Finance department, including filing and report generation
Accounts Assistant Requirements:
- Excellent teamwork, organisation and communication skills
- Analytical skills and an eye for detail
- Familiarity with data entry
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise projects to meet tight deadlines
- Experience using Excel and other accounting software – experience of Xero although not necessary is a distinct advantage
- Ability to complete tasks while maintaining all confidentiality requirements
Synergy Car Leasing is one of the leading automotive finance and credit brokers in the UK, offering vehicle leasing and contract hire to both personal and business clients.
Synergy Car Leasing, established in 2006, is one of the leading vehicle leasing providers in the UK. In 2023 Synergy achieved the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fourth consecutive year, the highest accolade for best-in class customer service, following five successive years of the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award. Synergy is the Best Medium Leasing Broker and is highly commended for Customer Service 2022-2023, awarded by the Leasing Broker Federation. A member of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), Synergy is committed to the highest standards of service, fair terms & transparency. You will be looking for a challenging role where your contribution is recognised and rewarded within a dynamic environment. We want our people to achieve their goals and dreams, believing in a team-work culture where personal growth and potential are valued. Our well-located office is based in Hornbeam Park, Harrogate (HG2 8RB), 2 mins walk from Hornbeam Park train station, on the Leeds side of Harrogate close to Leeds Road, also with free car parking.
You may also have experience in the following: Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Officer, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Payable Assistant, Assistant Accountant, AAT, Purchase Ledger Clerk, etc.
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