Accounts Administrator

Accounts Administrator

Location

Bury St Edmunds

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

Salary

We’re looking for an organised and detail-focused

Accounts Administrator to join a busy and friendly accounts team in Woolpit.

This is a varied role offering exposure across purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and general accounts administration .

You’ll play an important part in ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and on time, while supporting the wider accounts team with day-to-day administration and month-end activities.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include

• Processing high-volume purchase ledger invoices, including manual and EDI invoices.
• Checking invoices for accuracy and resolving any discrepancies promptly.
• Supporting the processing of supplier payments and ensuring records are kept up to date.
• Assisting with sales ledger and credit control activities when required.
• Making outbound calls to customers regarding outstanding payments.
• Allocating customer payments and assisting with unallocated cash.
• Dealing with customer and supplier queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Preparing, sending and maintaining accurate invoice records.
• Reviewing and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Maintaining accurate records of invoices, receipts and financial transactions.
• Updating accounting systems, spreadsheets and internal databases.
• Managing Proof of Delivery (POD) requests from customers and suppliers.
• Maintaining monthly rebate records and supporting reconciliations.
• Assisting with bank deposits and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.
• Supporting month-end procedures and financial reporting.
• Providing holiday and absence cover across the wider accounts team.
• Liaising with other departments and teams to resolve queries and keep processes running smoothly.
• Identifying discrepancies and taking the necessary action to resolve them.
• Supporting continuous improvements to accounts administration processes.
• Carrying out other accounts and administrative duties as required.

About You

We’re looking for someone with previous experience within an accounts or finance environment , ideally with exposure to purchase ledger, sales ledger and/or credit control.

You’ll ideally have

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role.
• Experience working in a busy, high-volume transactional environment.
• Good knowledge of purchase ledger and/or sales ledger processes.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A confident and professional telephone manner.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Competent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word.
• The ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• The ability to work independently as well as being a supportive team player.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

What's on Offer?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Accounts Administrator looking for a varied role with plenty of exposure across the wider accounts function .

You’ll receive training and support and, once established in the role, there is the opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the accounts team , gaining experience across different areas of finance and administration.

If you’re organised, reliable and looking for your next opportunity within accounts, we’d love to hear from you.