Sharp Consultancy are delighted to be working with an ambitious and expanding wholesale business based in Barnsley, who are continuing to build on their success and strengthen their position within the market.
With continued success across the business, they are now looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant into their developing finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established business with a forward-thinking approach, where there are genuine aspirations to grow the finance team and create further opportunities and exposure for the right individuals as the company continues to expand. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of the finance function, supporting with a variety of transactional finance duties and having the opportunity to develop your responsibilities as the team evolves.
The Role:
- Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Maintaining purchase and sales ledger accounts.
- Assisting with supplier and customer account queries.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Supporting with credit control and aged debt where required.
- Processing payments and assisting with payment runs.
- Completing bank and account reconciliations.
- Providing general finance and administrative support to the wider team.
- Assisting with month-end duties and supporting the continued development of finance processes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant or transactional finance position.
- A good understanding of purchase ledger and/or sales ledger processes.
- Great Excel skills, including experience using VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables and SUMIFS.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Confident communication skills, with the ability to liaise with customers and suppliers.
- Good IT skills and confidence using accounting systems and Excel.
- A proactive attitude, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Someone who is keen to develop their skills and grow alongside the business.
The Opportunity:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing wholesale business. With plans to expand the finance function, this role offers the chance to become part of a developing team, take ownership of responsibilities and grow with the business over time.
If you are looking for a varied Accounts Assistant position where you can make a positive contribution and develop your career within a growing organisation, this could be a great role for you!
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.
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