Expansion of responsibilities in the accounts department has necessitated growth not only in accounts, but also in terms of administrative support to a variety of frontend functions. The Accounts Support role works directly to the Finance Manager, and in support of the Finance and Customer Service to deliver accounts, customer service, and support to the wider Principal Doorsets team.
Requirements and Skills
Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
Strong data entry skills & the ability to take initiative.
A broad base of knowledge in business finance legislations with a continuing professional development attitude to ensure an up-to-date understanding for reporting & declarations.
Proficiency in Sage 50cloud Accounts Professional package or similar accounting software package is essential along with ability to confidently use EXCEL.
Happy to consider candidates that are either qualified by experience of part/ fully AAT qualified.
Payroll experience would also be advantageous for this role however training can be given.
Key Responsibilities
• Accounts Payable
• Processing GRNs to invoices along with other ad-hoc invoices.
• Checking and reconciling of statements.
• Resolution & prevention of PO/invoice/supplier discrepancies.
• Process and manage business payments to agreed terms.
• To assist with external financial audit compliance, & other ad-hoc projects as assigned.
• Payroll Cover.
• Customer Services
Support the processing of customer-focused administrative tasks utilising both local and external systems, inclusive of online delivery booking systems, in order to allow the customer service function to meet and exceed customer requirements. Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
Purchase order vetting, raising invoice schedules, cash collection, debt recovery, dispute resolution, contractual letter writing, credit checks on new customers, risk monitoring, policy administration of credit insurance - Alliance Trade and CreditSafe.
