Accounts Assistant - Cramlington
Cramlington
£ 22000 - 24000/annum
Accounts Assistant - Cramlington
As the Accounts Assistant, you will report to the AP Team Leader and be responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts payable activity. Your role will involve processing, tracking, and recording invoices accurately and efficiently. Working closely with our client's European teams, you will ensure timely payment while resolving any invoice or purchase order queries professionally and promptly.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Verify vendor invoices and obtain necessary approvals before processing them for payment.
2. Resolve invoice/purchase order queries and discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
3. Run domestic and foreign payment runs, including associated file creations for bank upload.
4. Reconcile vendor accounts and investigate any discrepancies to ensure accurate accounting.
5. Maintain the GR/IR clearing account to minimise accounting errors.
6. Set up new vendor accounts and update existing vendor details as required.
7. Assist in the preparation of documentation for the month-end process within specified timeframes.
8. Support audits by providing audit schedules and supporting documentation.
9. Ensure all activities comply with defined internal controls.
10. Report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance.
11. Continually review processes to maximise efficiencies.
12. Adhere to agreed processes and controls, ensuring compliance with best practises.
13. Perform...