Accounts Assistant

Reed Accountancy are seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide essential support to our clients Finance Team. This role involves working closely with the Finance Manager, Sales Teams, Factory, and Procurement departments to ensure the smooth operation of both our Purchase and Sales Ledgers, as well as assisting with weekly payroll and other financial tasks.

Purchase Ledger:

• Create and maintain Supplier Accounts, ensuring all bank details are correct and secure.
• Code and post direct Purchase Invoices to the appropriate Nominal Account and Cost Centre.
• Reconcile Monthly Supplier Statements and chase any missing invoices.
• Address any booking or pricing issues with Procurement and Stores.
• Run the GRNI report at month-end and ensure all allocations are posted correctly.
• Handle all Purchases Ledger calls and update the Payment Schedule with Supplier Queries.

Sales Ledger:

• Post Sales Invoices to the correct Nominal and Cost Centre daily.
• Complete allocations within the correct month and produce monthly Credit Control reports.
• Issue Credit Notes once authorised and handle Credit Control queries from customers.

Payroll and Other Duties:

• Cover Weekly Payroll, including overtime justification and holiday reports.
• Run the weekly Bradford Factor report.
• Provide cover for VAT Export files and the costing clerk role during absences.
• Undertake any other ad hoc tasks as requested.

• Proven experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role.
• Strong understanding of both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger processes.
• Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle queries effectively.
• Proficient in using financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A team player who can also work independently when required.