Accounts Assistant

Payroll and Accounts Assistant

Overview

We are an independent group of companies offering insulation to commercial clients throughout the

UK.

We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant who will play an integral part to support the

business working Monday to Friday.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Weekly payroll of 30 staff

Input purchase orders and invoices daily

Reconciliation of purchase statements

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

Ensure stock products and prices are maintained.

Analyse monthly credit card statements

Month end payments through our Bankline system

Ensure fleet are maintained for services and repairs/mileage sheets

Requirements

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft products particularly Excel and Word is essential.

Experience of using Sage Accounts and Sage payroll would be useful but not essential

An analytical methodical and thorough approach to work is necessary for this role.

Good verbal communication.

Previous experience within a high volume administration role and possibly of the construction

industry

Double entry booking knowledge would be beneficial

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our clients ever-expanding Head Office Accounts team as a Purchase Ledger Clerk. This role is based in Hebburn, NE31. As a key member of the purchase ledger team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate management across all supplier ledgers, including invoice matching and processing, payments, and the overall management of supplier accounts. This is a dynamic and integral role that supports the entire business. Key Responsibilities: Process purchase invoices in the accounting system (Sage). Ensure matching, batching, and coding of a high volume of purchase orders and invoices. Proactively resolve invoice variances with suppliers and operations. Reconcile supplier statements in a timely manner. Perform regular housekeeping checks and ensure ledgers are tidy. Create and maintain supplier account data. Deal with and resolve supplier queries. Deal with and resolve site queries and requests. Deal with auditor requests. Work to meet deadlines in accordance with the month-end close-down timetable. Raise ad hoc individual payment requests when necessary.