Accounts Assistant: South Belfast Permanent | Full-Time | £salary dependent on experience | REED is delighted to be partnered with our client, a successful business in South Belfast, in the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time and office-based opportunity to work for a brilliant company who offer a range of benefits The successful Accounts Assistant will be detail oriented as they will be responsible for managing the company's sales and purchase ledgers and bank accounts. You will play a key role in ensuring the company's cash flow remains healthy, minimising overdue debts, timely payment of vendors and resolving any discrepancies or issues arising. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain and update the sales ledger, issuing and reconciling accurate invoices. Monitor accounts receivable and ensure that the ledger is up to date. Manage and monitor accounts and actively follow up on payments due. Ensure timely collection of outstanding debts and reduce overdue receivables. Escalate accounts as needed to the senior management or external debt collection agencies. Receive, verify, and input purchase invoices into the purchase ledger system. Ensure invoices are matched to purchase orders and delivery receipts. Verify the accuracy of vendor invoices and resolve any discrepancies promptly. Prepare payment runs for approval in accordance with company payment policies. Maintain and update vendor bank details and payment information. Assist in producing regular cash flow forecasts and reports for management. Prepare weekly and monthly sales, purchases, debtor and creditor reports. The successful candidate will meet the following criteria: Previous experience in a similar role within accounts and credit control Knowledge of purchase/sales ledger management. Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office software Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities. For a confidential consultation to include package details, please contact Mary at REED Finance Belfast, apply via this advert link, or alternatively you can contact me on LinkedIn. Skills: Accounts Assistant Accounts Administrator Credit Control