Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Meyer Scott Ref: VR/08934

Salary: £26,000 - £31,000 per annum

Type: Permanent

Location: St. Ives

Our client is an established business within the agricultural sector but are now setting up a new Division of their business and need expert professional help.

This Division is within the construction and hire industry. If you are a fit this is a wonderful opportunity to grow exponentially with the business and forge your own path, really adding value for the business and your own prospects.

They really need an all-rounder as detailed below. As this is a well-funded start up Division of the existing business it is important that you have the skill set to embrace the role. No training will be provided except in terms of industry knowledge. Would suit a candidate who enjoys autonomy and making a difference.

You would be reporting directly to the MD who founded the business. He has an excellent sense of humour, is a very successful businessman who is excited about this new venture.

The key responsibilities are as follows:

Purchase Ledger:

• Inputting purchase invoices on to the ledger


• Liaising with suppliers to ensure the ledger is up to date.


• Matching stock receipts to purchase invoices.


• Setting up the monthly payment run


• Helping resolve invoice queries.


• Reconciling supplier statements


• Credit account application forms.


• Ad hoc payments set up.

Sales Ledger:

• Inputting sales invoices on to the ledger


• Liaising with the sales department to ensure the ledger is up to date.


• Assisting with calculating and generating monthly recurring revenue invoices


• Implementing credit control


• Direct Debit collection

Accounts Support:

• Maintenance of the cashbook


• Dealing with expenses.


• Payroll support will be expected.


• Administration of goods in and out.


• Reconciliation of the bank account daily


• Helping compile analysis spreadsheets.


• Updating/maintaining supplier expenditure in Excel


• Returns notes reconciliations.

You will be:

• Very proficient with Excel - advanced level.


• AAT qualification as a minimum would be desirable but not essential.

• You must be able to drive and have your own transport as the location is rural, not accessible by public transport.

Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (there is flexibility)

Other benefits to be discussed at the interview.