Accounts Assistant

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team, supporting the Financial Controller with the day-to-day running of the accounts function. This is a varied role covering purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across all aspects of transactional finance. You'll be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues across the business. Key Responsibilities Purchase Ledger • Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies • Reconcile supplier statements • Assist with supplier payment runs • Respond to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner Sales Ledger • Raise customer invoices and credit notes • Send customer statements • Manage customer account queries • Upload invoices via customer portals and external systems • Support the timely collection of outstanding payments Credit Control • Post daily receipts and allocate cash • Take card payments • Chase overdue debts and maintain customer accounts • Monitor aged debt and place accounts on hold where necessary General Duties • Maintain accurate sales and purchase ledgers • Manage finance inboxes and incoming correspondence • Support the Financial Controller with ad hoc finance duties • Ensure all financial information is handled confidentially • Assist with administrative duties as required What We're Looking For • Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Accounts Administrator role • Experience of sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control activities • Good understanding of accounting processes and procedures • Strong Excel skills • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Strong organisational and time-management skills • Confident communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively • Positive and proactive approach to work What's On Offer • Permanent full-time position • Varied and busy finance role • Supportive working environment • Opportunity to develop your finance career • Competitive salary and benefits package If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a friendly and professional business, we would love to hear from you. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.