Finance Administrator

Accounts Administrator

Salary: 26,500 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, reliable and self-motivated Accounts Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied range of accounting and administrative duties, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the business.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an accounts or administration role, be confident working independently and have excellent attention to detail. Experience with Sage 50 and Microsoft Access would be an advantage, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining the sales ledger and purchase ledger
• Processing sales and purchase invoices accurately and efficiently
• Managing credit control, including monitoring outstanding balances and chasing overdue payments
• Allocating customer payments and reconciling accounts
• Handling banking duties, including processing payments and maintaining accurate records
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records using Sage 50 and Microsoft Access
• Carrying out general office administration and maintaining organised filing systems
• Responding to customer and supplier queries in a professional and timely manner
• Providing general support to the wider team as required

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role
• Good working knowledge of Sage 50 and Microsoft Access
• Experience of sales ledger, purchase ledger, invoicing and credit control
• Good understanding of banking procedures and financial record-keeping
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and meet deadlines

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.