Accounts Assistant Assistant in England

Are you a versatile and experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a dynamic temporary role that offers the potential for a permanent position?Our client is a thriving manufacturing company currently undergoing an exciting transition to a new SAP system.

They are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Pocklington .

This role offers the chance to become an indispensable part of a friendly and hands on team, supporting critical financial and operational functions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong accounting experience who enjoys a varied workload and can adapt quickly to new processes.

What the Temporary Accounts Assistant job involves: Youll play a key role in supporting the finance department, ensuring the smooth running of daily financial operations, and assisting with the transition to SAP.

Managing sales ledger duties, including processing and sending invoices.

Managing the purchase ledger function, processing approximately 20 invoices daily.

Performing credit control, chasing outstanding debts, and liaising with the MD for significant sales accounts if needed.

Checking purchase ledger statements to ensure accuracy.

Providing cover for purchasing duties, which involves downloading information into Excel, manipulating spreadsheets to determine purchasing needs, and monitoring stock levels.

Liaising with suppliers and freight companies, particularly for imports from China and Italy.

Potentially assisting with online shop orders, including mail orders received via the internet and telephone, requiring careful handling of credit card details.

Documenting processes and creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support the SAP migration.

This is a varied and fast-paced role that would suit someone who enjoys being at the heart of a team, managing multiple priorities, and providing comprehensive accounting and administrative support.

Were seeking candidates with robust accounting experience and a flexible approach.

Demonstrable experience in accounts assistant roles, specifically with sales ledger and purchase ledger.

Proficiency in accounting systems; experience with Sage / SAP would be advantageous, but training will be provided for the new system.

This role would particularly suit someone who considers themselves a "jack of all trades" within accounts and is eager to contribute to a company undergoing significant positive change.

Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Initially a temporary role, with the potential for extension or transition to a permanent position.

Car parking is available This vacancy is being advertised through KD Recruitment Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency.

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