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Accounts Assistant

Job description

Working as part a of a member of a small finance team in a manufacturing business based in Pontefract you will support the Management Accountant and will assist in the smooth processing of both Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger functions covering any other aspects of transactional finance as and when needed

The main duties and responsibilities are to include:

  • Processing invoices on Purchase and Sales Ledger

  • Ensure all invoices are correctly authorised and processed

  • Reconcile customer statements

  • Ensure all purchase order documentation is complete

  • Handling queries

  • Working closely with the Management Accountant to support month-end and year-end processes

  • Reconciling bank accounts/credit cards

  • Performing other ad hoc duties as required

This role will suit individuals who have the following skills and experiences:

  • Strong Excel Skills (including pivot tables, lookups etc.)

  • Work experience in a finance function within a manufacturing business is highly advantageous

  • Be a highly motivated and focused individual who has worked in a similar role in a fast paced environment

  • Positive and open attitude to work, strong desire to learn, develop and progress within the role and further

  • AAT studier would be desirable. Will also consider “qualified by experience”

If you are interested in this role apply immediately as interview are available for suitable candidates at with the relevant work and industry experience at short notice.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.