Senior Accounts Assistant

Description

THE COMPANY

Our client, a long-established and highly regarded business based in West Bromwich, is seeking a proactive and results-oriented Senior Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to play a key role within a busy, growing department. The successful candidate will bring strong experience of Sage 200, exceptional attention to detail, and the confidence to communicate effectively with both colleagues and external clients.

THE ROLE

As Senior Accounts Assistant, you will support the Finance Director and play a central role in overseeing the purchase and sales ledger functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the Purchase Ledger function within the department.

• Supporting the Finance Director in supervising a team of four employees.

• Processing company credit card and employee expense claims.

• Handling purchase invoices, delivery notes, and statement reconciliations.

• Uploading payments to the bank for purchase ledger, customer refunds, and intercompany transfers.

• Covering the Sales Ledger function when required.

• Carrying out additional accounts duties to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department.

REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Proven experience within an accounts function, with a strong track record in purchase ledger.

• Solid working knowledge of Sage 200, with the ability to adapt quickly to new systems.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.

• Exceptional attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• A proactive, solution-driven approach to problem-solving.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Salary: £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience).

• 3% employer pension contribution.

• Free on-site parking.

• Working hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm, with some flexibility for remote working.

• 22 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Full-time, office-based role

Ad ID: 5417037218