Assistant Accountant

4 days ago


Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom East Cambridgeshire District Council Full time

Job Overview:

The Assistant Accountant role at East Cambridgeshire District Council offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Finance Team. As an Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting the Accounts Payable and Receivable teams in delivering high-quality financial administration services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in processing purchase invoices, matching purchase orders, and paying suppliers
  • Contribute to reconciling monthly supplier statements
  • Support in following up on unauthorized invoices and outstanding purchase orders not matched
  • Help manage incoming emails/post to the Finance Department, redirecting mail to relevant persons and handling queries from suppliers
  • Assist in setting up new supplier requests from budget holders
  • Support in raising invoices for monthly subscriptions, periodic, and ad-hoc requests
  • Send reminders for outstanding invoices monthly
  • Process payment vouchers and refund requests
  • Collect direct debit payments
  • Run daily/monthly payment reports and distribute to budget holders

Requirements:

  • 4 GCSEs or equivalent (to include English and Mathematics) or able to demonstrate relevant working experience within an Accounts Payable environment dealing with supplier invoices
  • Strong numerical and administrative skills
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) and creating spreadsheets and word documents including mail merge
  • Able to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively

Salary Range: £24,500 - £32,000 per annum

Additional Benefits:

  • Flexible working options
  • Access to childcare schemes
  • Occupational health program
  • Pension scheme membership

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