Optimum Recruitment Group are proud to be working exclusively with this fast paced, service sector client based on the outskirts of York who are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to the team. This is a newly created additional role within the team due to growth.
Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will support the business in a number of areas of transactional accounting including purchase ledger, sales ledger and query resolution.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Managing the purchase ledger invoicing.
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Reconciling creditor statements with PL and requesting copy invoices if required.
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Dealing with volume email and telephone queries through to completion.
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Managing the sales invoice processing.
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Managing customer returns.
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Chasing outstanding purchase orders.
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Provide cover for other Finance team member during holidays.
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Assist with ad hoc tasks for the Accounts Department by mutual agreement with the Finance Manager.
The successful candidate will:
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Have relevant work experience from an accounts department
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Outstanding attention to detail
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Excellent customer service skills
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Be able to work on own initiative
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Demonstrate flexibility
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Have accountability for their actions
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Good communication skills
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Commercial awareness
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Good team player
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Enthusiasm and drive
Salary up to £28,000 (depending on skills and experience) plus a generous benefits package and clear hybrid working practices