Senior Accounts Assistant

We have a new job opportunity available for a Senior Accounts Assistant, based in Basildon. This offers a salary of £32’000 to £40’000, depending on your experience. 
As the Senior Accounts Assistant, you will be based full time at the office in Basildon, your benefits will include holiday, pension and free on-site car parking. The working hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join their team as a Senior Accounts Assistant. As the Senior Accounts Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting their finance department by performing various accounting tasks. 
Your responsibilities will include… 
• Supporting with VAT preparation and submission. 
• Act as Credit Control, pursuing payment of unpaid invoices 
• Sending statements to customers 
• Maintaining accurate and detailed customer records and creating new customer accounts 
• Maintain Sales Ledger inclusive of monitoring and maintaining credit limits 
• Resolving disputes 
• Taking care of administrative tasks, such as correspondence, filing and printing 
• Assist with the sales and purchase ledger 
• Prepare and analyse data using our inhouse systems 
• Supporting with Management Reporting and Accounts, Monthly, Quarterly and Annually 
• Complying with financial laws and regulations alongside in-house policies 
• Assist with tax planning, budgeting and management meetings, as and when required 
• Weekly debtors review with Management 
• Ensure compliance with EC Sales documentation 
• Process customer card payments 
• Provide accurate, timely, and relevant recording, and analysis of financial information 
• Other general accounting duties and covering accounts team annual leave / sickness as and when required. 
To be considered for this opportunity you need… 
• Experience of processing high volume of work in a busy environment. 
• Experience of preparing and submitting VAT. 
• Experience of working for multiple companies under one group. 
• 2 years’ experience in an accounting or finance role is required. 
• AAT level 4 is desired, but not essential, should you have the equivalent work history. 
• To have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles. 
This is a superb opportunity, working for a great company! 
We look forward to hearing from you.