Accounts Administrator

We are looking for an Accounts Administator to work on a permanent basis in St Helens.

Salary is c 26,300 per annum plus holidays, pension etc.

Key Responsibilities for the Accounts Administrator:

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices, including price verification and supplier statement reconciliations.

• Assist with month-end close procedures, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial data.

• Prepare and distribute financial reports, including daily cash flow reporting.

• Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts on a daily basis.

• Record and allocate incoming and outgoing payments.

• Manage petty cash transactions, including reconciliation and reporting.

• Process transportation-related invoices and claims where applicable.

• Submit statutory returns to HMRC within required deadlines.

• Liaise professionally with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve queries.

• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling financial and commercial data.

• Support compliance with internal policies, including Health & Safety requirements.

• Demonstrate flexibility in undertaking ad hoc duties as reasonably required by the finance team.

• Participate in training and continuous professional development as required.

Skills & Experience for the Accounts Administrator:

• Previous experience within a finance function, ideally in a corporate or public accounting environment.

• Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, and debits and credits.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP Business One or similar accounting software) is advantageous.

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.

• Professional telephone manner and confident communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.

Additional Requirements

• Reliable timekeeping and punctuality.

• Commitment to accuracy and high professional standards.

• Willingness to undertake training where required.

How to apply for the Accounts Administrator:

Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW!