About us
Alpha Designs Upholstery Limited is a small business in Bilston WV14 7HZ. We are rewarding, customer-centric and collaborative.
The role
The Accounts Assistant will play an essential part in the Finance Team. You will be responsible for assisting with a variety of day-to-day financial operations such as sales and purchase ledgers and basic bookkeeping. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and willing to take on a challenge.
Please note:
- This is an office-based role from our Head Office in Bilston.
Qualifications
- Accounts office experience (ideally gained within the manufacturing industry but not essential)
Key Responsibilities:
§ Batching and posting of sterling and euro purchase invoices.
§ Checking price with supplier pricelist.
§ Send out overhead invoices for authorisation to relevant individuals across the company
§ Dealing with the disputes with the supplier
§ Carry out payment enquiries from suppliers
§ Deal with supplier reconciliation and email queries within 24 hours of email receipt
§ Experience in dealing with supplier payments.
§ Processing petty cash claims.
§ Filling purchase invoices.
§ Assisting sales ledger if required.
§ Scanning paperwork.
§ Answering telephone calls.
§ Other ad-hoc administration duties
General
§ Produce additional management information as requested
§ Provide external auditors with all schedules requested
§ Keep abreast of all relevant legislation and technical developments
§ Ensure the department is kept tidy and all Health and Safety procedures are observed at all times
§ Seek ways to make continuous improvements to working methods and processes
Functional Skills
§ Strong communication skills including a good telephone manner and the ability to multi task
§ Knowledge and experience of Sage
§ Proficient in all Microsoft Packages, especially Excel
§ The ability to be calm and consistent when working under pressure and to tight timescales
§ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
§ Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
§ Excellent attention to detail, working in a logical, methodical manner
§ Must demonstrate a positive attitude and a proactive approach
§ Flexibility and adaptability
§ Team working
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Xero: 2 years (required)
- Sales Ledger Control: 2 years (required)
- Sage 50: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
