“The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.”  Tim Robbins.
 
Sheridan Maine is working with a respected organisation based in Loughton that is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to be part of a well-established business with a strong reputation in its industry. After successfully completing the probation period, the role will follow a hybrid working pattern, with one day per week working from home.
 
Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant will include:

• Processing high-value invoices with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping of all invoices.
• Assisting with the processing and reconciliation of purchase invoices across banking and accounting platforms to ensure accurate financial records.
• Processing accounts payable payment runs.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies.
• Handling queries from suppliers, customers and internal teams.
• Managing credit control by proactively following up on outstanding receivables through phone, email, and written correspondence, while maintaining accurate records in accounting and reporting systems.
• Preparing and reviewing weekly credit control and cash collection reports with senior finance personnel.
• Distributing monthly customer statements to ensure timely payments and maintain up-to-date accounts.
• Identifying and recommending improvements to financial processes and workflows to enhance efficiency.
• Assisting with year-end activities, including supporting the annual audit process.

 
The successful candidate will require:

• Solid experience in transactional finance, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-value invoices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

 
What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working model (one day per week from home after probation).
• Career development opportunities within a well-established business.

 
If you have the required experience and are looking for an opportunity to grow within a respected organisation, we encourage you to apply.  Please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.