Accounts Assistant

Your new company Hays are working exclusively with a well-established and highly respected business based just outside Telford to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk to join their friendly and supportive finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop their accounting skills within a successful and growing organisation. The business offers a collaborative working environment where you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function.Your new role As an Accounts Assistant / Sales Ledger Clerk, you will be working within a small finance team, taking ownership of the sales ledger function whilst also supporting wider accounting activities.Key responsibilities will include:Maintaining the sales ledger and ensuring customer accounts are accurate and up to datePosting and allocating cash receipts on a daily basisManaging transactions across multiple bank accountsPerforming bank reconciliations and investigating any discrepanciesAssisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returnsProcessing invoices and maintaining accurate financial recordsSupporting credit control activities where requiredAssisting with purchase ledger duties during busy periods or to provide team coverProducing reports and analysing financial data using ExcelUsing Xero accounting software to manage day-to-day accounting processesSupporting month-end processes and general finance ..... full job details .....