The Accounts Assistant is responsible for performing routine accounting clerical duties to support the Accounts Payable function. This focus will be processing purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices accurately and efficiently in line with defined procedures and company policies. Additionally, there will be a requirement to resolve any queries relating to invoices, this will involve investigating to establish the facts required to deal with the queries raised.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enter purchase order, delivery note and invoice details into the accounting system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central system), ensuring incomplete documentation is resolved and the correct coding and allocation is applied.
• Process delivery notes and match them with corresponding invoices, ensuring the delivery notes are checked for completeness and accuracy.
• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions, including BACS transfers.
• Resolve any discrepancies or queries related to invoices with suppliers or internal departments by investigating to establish the facts required to deal with the queries.
• Maintain and update supplier accounts and reconcile supplier statements.
• Maintain organised and accurate records of all processed invoices and delivery notes.
• Ensure all filing and archiving of documents is up-to-date and complies with data protection regulations.
• Provide support to the wider finance team as needed, including assisting with general administrative tasks.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Higher education qualification is required (e.g. HND, HNC, NVQ, A-level or equivalent).
• Proven experience in an Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable role.
• Computer literacy (Ms Office)
• Good numerical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• A team player who can work independently, possessing professional conduct and problem-solving skills, and who has a proactive, "can-do" approach.
• Manufacturing background (preferred)

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person