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Accounts Assistant
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Accounts Assistant
An Accounts Assistant is needed to help with the daily financial operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. This role is key to maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the accounting team in the retail industry.
Client Details
A company based in the retail industry is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their accounting and finance department.
Description
- Manage accounts receivable activities, including payment processing, refunds, remittances, exchanges, customer receipts, credit notes, and cash allocations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
- Monitor debtor balances, follow up on outstanding debt, and support debt recovery activities.
- Reconcile Accounts Receivable, bank transactions, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records, ensuring accurate posting and allocation.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, over-payments, unidentified receipts, and customer account queries.
- Liaise with sales sites and internal departments to resolve financial queries and account discrepancies.
- Maintain and reconcile trade debtor, finance house, and cashbook accounts, monitor aged debt, recover outstanding balances, and support month-end processes, reporting, and account reconciliations.
- Support month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and external audit requirements.
- Ensure the accuracy of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ledgers, maintaining financial integrity.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and provide support to the wider finance team as required.
- Provide support to the wider finance team when required.
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A successful Accounts Assistant should have:
- A solid understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Effective communication skills to liaise with colleagues and clients.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
Job Offer
A permanent position in the retail industry.
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Desired Skills and Experience
Accounting and Finance - Commerce and Industry - Accounts Assistant
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