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Accounts Assistant

Location: Telford
Salary: £27,500 – £29,000
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm (core hours; home working at manager’s discretion)

About the Role

Join our client as an Accounts Assistant and play a key part in our finance team. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of the purchase ledger, cash management, and treasury reporting. This is a collaborative role, working closely with colleagues in the finance team.

Company Culture

The business fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement are highly valued. The culture is built on respect, integrity, and a commitment to quality - both in their products and in the way theyyn work together. They encourage open communication, personal development, and a flexible approach to work, ensuring every team member feels empowered to contribute and grow within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

* Log and process purchase invoices, match to goods received notes and approved purchase orders, and check prices.

* Prepare weekly supplier payment listings and make authorised payments.

* Reconcile GRNI reports and maintain direct debits.

* Manage cash flow, including daily bank reconciliations and cash postings.

* Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow reports for the Central Treasury Department.

* Handle intercompany netting and reconciliations, VAT returns, and allocation of payments/receipts.

* Support year-end audit work and recommend process improvements.

* Carry out any reasonable tasks requested by management.

What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience in purchase ledger and cash management functions.

* Strong Excel skills and accurate numeracy.

* Ability to meet deadlines and targets, with excellent attention to detail.

* Flexible, committed team player with strong communication skills.

* Able to work under pressure and use initiative