A business operating in the automotive sector is seeking a Finance Administrator to join the team in the greater Portsmouth area. Your Role: While in this position your duties may include but are not limited to: Processing supplier invoices and expense reports Handling duties within the accounts payable function such as invoice coding, payment processing and data entry Supporting the accounts receivable function by taking on tasks such as collections, invoicing and account reconciliations and monitoring the aging reports, ensuring customers are followed up with for overdue payments Undertaking bank reconciliations, ensuring that financial transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger Handling reconciliations to trial balance on a monthly basis Processing journal postings including petty cash, intercompany and credit cards Updating financial records and documentation for the audit process, ensuring these are accurate Supporting on exciting ad-hoc projects and financial analysis activities Resolving any billing and payment enquirments, both internally and with customers, in a swift and accurate manner, collaborating with internal stakeholders or suppliers if needed and contacting customers via the phone, email and in written form regarding issues, disputes or payment discrepencies Keeping an accurate record of all customer interactions, collection efforts and payment arrangements You MUST Have: Please apply ONLY if you meet the following criteria: Strong previous experience working within a comparable accounting role, handling transacational finance duties such as the purchase and sales ledger Ideally an accounting qualification such as AAT Excellent knowledge of account fundamentals Automotive sector exposure would be beneficial Good IT skills are sought, particuarly with Sage Line 200 Good communication skills Strong organisational abilities Your Opportunity: This is a growing business within the automotive industry, providing a wide services range to their clients. The position holder will be expected to hit the gound running, joining a dynamic accounting team and supporting on many different elements of accounting, whilst also having the opportunity to work on exciting projects too.For this position, applicants could receive a salary up to £26,000; depending upon experience, and there will also be a range of other benefits and perks included such as holiday, pensions and additional rewards. Furthermore, you will be joining a company that prioritises its employee development and welfare, ensuring that training is provided and ongoing support is in place to faciliate progression opportunities.If this excellent opportunity interests you, then please don't hesitate to apply today