Here at Birchwood Group, it is our passion to ensure that each and every customer benefits from the choice, value for money, and peace of mind that makes buying a new car such an enjoyable experience. We're proud to represent a host of leading franchises in the automotive sector, including Ford, Škoda and Kia across East and West Sussex. DEPARTMENT: Accounts PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To provide general support to the Finance Department and particular the Management Accountants, to ensure monthly deadlines are adhered to and as noted below, to have a working knowledge of a wide variety of jobs within the Finance Department to enable normal working to be continued during holiday and sickness periods. To comply with and maintain Company policies, Health and Safety, Accounting standards and procedures relating to quality and customer care within your department. By recognising and following work rules, you must demonstrate a willingness to foster strong working relationships with your colleagues functioning as a good inactive team player who is willing to accept and respond positively to criticism. KEY TASKS: Daily processing of purchase ledger invoices. Daily processing of BACS requests. Monthly reconciliation of supplier invoices. Timely settlement of supplier invoices. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Dealing with BACS requests on a daily basis and ensuring the correct paperwork is attached. Dealing with suppliers’ invoices including opening new accounts, registering and processing of same. Passing invoices once authorised by relevant managers. Communicating with managers to ensure all invoices are returned on a timely basis. Monthly payment of purchase invoices. Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements and dealing with queries. Scanning invoices so as to ensure accurate retrieval as necessary. Other duties as required. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, takes initiave and works great in a team. Experience working with purchase ledgers Ability to investigate and resolve problems as reuired Ability to work accurate and to a timely manner Ability to communicate well with others Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 2.30pm (Flexible) - 5 hours per day/ 25 hrs p/wk Salary: £23,375 pro rata (£12.50 per hour)