Accounts Assistant

6 months ago


Bracknell, United Kingdom PiLON Full time

**Salary Range**: £23,000 to £26,000 a year, depending on experience

Are you detail-oriented, organised, and enthusiastic about maintaining accurate financial records?

Due to sustained business growth and a competitive hiring market, we are excited to have an Accounts Assistant join our team on a permanent basis.

In this role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our finance department by handling various responsibilities related to supplier invoices, subcontractor transactions, payments, and reconciliation.

If you are looking to contribute your skills to a thriving organisation and grow in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.

**Main Objectives of the role**:
As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for:

- **Processing Supplier Invoices**: Ensure that supplier invoices are thoroughly reviewed, approved and paid in a timely manner, adhering to company policies and procedures.
- **Subcontractor Transaction Processing**: Accurately process data transactions to support subcontractor invoices and labour transactions, maintaining the integrity of financial records.
- **BACS Payments Automation**: Streamline and automate the BACS payments process within the Bank of Scotland, increasing efficiency and reducing manual effort.
- **Remittance Issuance**: Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and contractors by promptly issuing remittance advice and addressing any inquiries.
- **Monthly Reconciliation**: Conduct monthly reconciliations of supplier statements to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies in a timely fashion.
- **Discrepancy Resolution**: Collaborate with the buying and operational teams to investigate and resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and goods delivery notes.
- **Expense and Sales Ledger Support/Cover** Provide support and coverage for the expenses and sales ledger functions when required, assisting in maintaining up-to-date and accurate financial records.

**Do You have what it takes?**
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial transactions.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and processes.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams.
- Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve discrepancies proactively.
- A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

**Desirable qualifications but not essential**
- Familiarity with BACS payment processes and Bank of Scotland systems (preferred).
- AAT qualifications, and/ or desire to work towards ACCA or CIMA

**Perks on offer**
- 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays
- Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
- Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
- A range of travel and transport benefits such as a fuel card
- A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
- Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
- Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more

**About us**:
PiLON is an award-winning, multi-trade contractor, providing planned maintenance and refurbishment of buildings for the social housing sector. We collaborate with our clients to transform people's homes and deliver high-quality living, working and learning environments.

We genuinely believe that it is the people in our business who make it all happen which is why we are committed to developing colleagues and enhancing their experience so they can thrive, collaborate, feel valued and show agility in delivering our commercial plan.

Everyone should feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to work because we value all backgrounds, experiences and cultures. Our differences make us stronger so join us today if you want to make an impact and help transform people's lives.


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