Robert Half Accountancy and Finance are delighted to be partnering with a leading specialist distributor based in Theale, Reading.
The company has been at the forefront of cutting-edge technology Including; Broadband, VoIP and a host of other networking solutions.
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support financial operations with a strong focus on managing the Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Cashbook, and supporting with financial reporting. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Ledger & Credit Control
* Manage credit control, Receivables, generation of statements and debtor letters.
* Maintain accurate customer records.
* Produce aged debtor reports and bad debt reports.
* Handle intercompany recharges and generate manual invoices as needed.
Purchase Ledger Support
* Post purchase invoices and reconcile against purchase orders and delivery notes.
* Maintain Goods Received/Returned Notes and conduct regular payment runs.
* Reconcile supplier statements for accurate financial tracking.
Nominal Ledger & Reporting
* Reconcile VAT charges and maintain company credit card transactions and expenses.
* Oversee sales, nominal, and fixed asset reports, as well as stock adjustment journals.
* Support with Financial performance reports, margin analysis, and stock reconciliations.
Cashbook Management
* Post daily BACS, cheque, EBP, and credit card receipts, manage petty cash, PayPal, and bank transactions.
* Oversee credit card receipts and facilitate transfers via Sagepay.
* Prepare cash flow forecasts.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Education: Minimum of AAT Level 2 or equivalent in accountancy.
* Experience: At least 2 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience;
* Systems Skills: Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications. Experience with Sage 200 is a plus.
* Attributes: Numerically adept, problem solver, self-motivated, and commercially aware.
* Soft Skills: Presentable, articulate, and able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
If you're an experienced accounts professional with a proactive mindset and a good attention to detail, we'd love to hear from you!
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