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        Accounts Assistant

        Location

        Cambridgeshire

        Salary

        £30,000

        Job Status

        Contract or Temp

        We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established company in Wisbech who are looking for an experienced and reliable Finance Administrator / Accounts Assistant to join their team.

        This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of day-to-day finance operations who is looking for either a full-time or part-time position.

        Key Responsibilities

        • Preparing and accurately posting sales invoices and intercompany recharges
        • Liaising with customers to ensure payments are received in line with agreed credit terms
        • Processing purchase ledger invoices accurately and efficiently, including PO matching, authorisation and coding
        • Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to investigate and resolve purchase and sales ledger queries
        • Preparing purchase ledger statement reconciliations
        • Preparing fortnightly supplier payment runs
        • Processing credit card transactions, petty cash and employee expense claims
        • Updating bank transactions on Sage and completing weekly bank reconciliations
        • Maintaining daily cash positions and forecasts across the business
        • Preparing and filing monthly VAT returns
        • Supporting the timely and accurate payment of HMRC and pension liabilities
        • Assisting with monthly balance sheet reconciliations
        • Supporting the Finance Manager with preparation of information for the annual audit and liaising with auditors
        • Assisting with general administrative duties, including answering calls, greeting visitors and maintaining office supplies

        About You
        The ideal candidate will have:

        • Previous experience in a finance/accounts role
        • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
        • Experience with purchase and sales ledger
        • Good knowledge of bank reconciliations, VAT and payment processes
        • Experience using Sage or similar accounting software
        • Excellent organisational and communication skills
        • The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
        • A professional and helpful approach

        Apply Now
        If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a new opportunity in Wisbech, and you are available for either full-time or part-time work, we would love to hear from you.