Accounts Assistant
Location
Forest Freight Ltd
Job Type
Full Time
Overview
Forest Freight Ltd is seeking an organised, reliable and experienced Accounts Assistant to join our busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong accounting background who enjoys working in a varied role and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the accounts function, with responsibility for purchase and sales ledger management, payroll processing and general accounts administration. Previous experience using Sage accounting software is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Purchase Ledger, including:
- Processing supplier invoices.
- Reconciling supplier statements.
- Preparing supplier payment runs.
- Resolving invoice and payment queries.
- Manage the Sales Ledger, including:
- Raising sales invoices.
- Allocating customer receipts.
- Chasing outstanding debts where required.
- Maintaining accurate customer account records.
- Process weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and on time.
- Maintain Sage accounting records, ensuring all financial information is accurate and up to date.
- Perform bank reconciliations.
- Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
- Maintain accurate filing systems and financial documentation.
- Liaise professionally with customers, suppliers and colleagues regarding account queries.
- Provide general administrative support to the finance department.
- Undertake any other accounting or administrative duties as reasonably required.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
- Strong working knowledge of Sage Accounts.
- Experience managing both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger.
- Experience processing payroll.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate will be:
- Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential financial information.
- Proactive and able to prioritise a busy workload.
- Methodical with excellent attention to detail.
- Reliable, punctual and professional.
- Friendly with a positive, can-do attitude.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to develop within a growing business.
- Company pension.
- 20 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
