Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Based in Preston

Hours: monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 DOE

Zachary Daniels have an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to join a successful organisation that are going through an aggressive period of growth.

Seeking a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in Accounts to join a supportive team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be a key player in managing the day-to-day trading accounts of our growing business and eventually overseeing an additional team member.

Job Duties:

• Efficiently manage both sales and purchase ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase postings and payments. Using our online banking software.
• Take charge of the complete invoice generation process.
• Maintain meticulous and organised financial records.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports to the management team.
• Liaise closely with supply chain partners to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Key responsibilities include assessing the creditworthiness of customers, setting credit limits and payment terms, monitoring customer accounts.
• Managing the collection and posting of customer payments, chasing overdue payments, resolving payment disputes.
• The role requires strong communication, and analytical skills, as well as a proactive approach to managing credit risks and maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Effective credit control ensuring the financial health of our business by minimising bad debt and optimising cash flow.
• Answering phone calls and respond to emails in a professional and timely manner
• Coordinating management meetings and presenting financial reports against budgets
• Preparing and distribute memos, emails, and other correspondence
• Maintaining accurate records and update databases as needed
• Provide general clerical support to our company Director

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficiency in Sage 50 is essential and spreadsheet knowledge needed.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• AAT qualification is desired but essential.

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