Assistant Accountant

Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant£30,000 - £35,000 3-6 Month Temp-to-PermHalliday Marx have partnered with a growing and successful business to recruit an Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant on an initial 3-6 month temporary basis, with a strong opportunity to become permanent.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a broad and varied finance role, combining day-to-day accounting responsibilities with exposure to month-end, cash management and financial reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesSupporting the month-end close process, including preparation of schedules and information for management accountsCompleting regular reconciliations across bank, balance sheet and key control accountsManaging purchase ledger activities, from invoice processing through to supplier account maintenancePreparing and processing supplier payment runs in line with agreed deadlinesOverseeing sales ledger activity and ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintainedMonitoring daily bank positions and assisting with short-term cash flow planningReviewing and processing staff expenses, ensuring accuracy and appropriate supporting documentationReconciling supplier statements, investigating differences and resolving outstanding queriesFollowing up overdue customer balances and supporting effective credit control processesProducing financial information and ad hoc reports for management as requiredWorking closely with colleagues across the business to resolve day-to-day ..... full job details .....