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Reed Accountancy is delighted to be working with an amazing client in County Durham in their search for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will involve a variety of accounting tasks, including invoicing, sales ledger management, and bank reconciliations. The successful candidate will receive full training on Opera and Job Logic systems and will play a key role in the Accounts Department.
Working in a close-knit team, your duties will include:
- Enter timesheets and purchase invoices onto the Opera system to familiarize with the Accounts Department’s routines.
- Handle sales ledger tasks such as invoicing, processing receipts, issuing monthly statements, and liaising with customers to resolve account queries.
- Match paid invoices on Opera and Job Logic systems for cash book receipts and remittances.
- Prepare weekly debtor reports using XRL and assist with month-end and year-end audits.
- Perform daily checks and updates, monitoring customer accounts for outstanding dues and forecasting potential receivables.
- Liaise with the Accounts Office Manager and Directors as required and handle ad hoc duties.
- Understand and manage aspects of the CIS Scheme, including verifying new subcontractors.
You will have:
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software is preferred.
- Strong mathematical skills or a similar background.
- Excellent telephone manners and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
- Capable of building and maintaining effective relationships.
- Commitment to discretion when in contact with clients or their representatives.
Benefits:
- 34 holidays per year, including bank holidays (3 days reserved for Christmas).
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Full-time position with a 9am to 5pm schedule and a 1-hour lunch break.
If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!
