Accounts Admin with Payroll

The Role

The Accounts Administrator will support the finance team by processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with routine accounting tasks. The role focusses on Credit Control and Payroll, ensuring smooth operations within the accounts department. Key responsibilities include managing incoming payments, maintaining customer records, resolving payment discrepancies, and supporting overall financial operations to maintain healthy cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Payroll management
• Process customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Monitor accounts receivable and ensure timely payments.
• Credit control
• Follow up on overdue accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Reconcile customer accounts and prepare ageing reports.
• Apply cash receipts in accounting systems.
• Assist with month-end closing and provide AR reports.
• Additional duties: bank and credit card reconciliations, assist purchase ledger, and other tasks as needed.

Essential Criteria

• Experience in accounts receivable, billing, or collections.
• Proven experience in payroll processing.
• Knowledge of credit insurance and liaising with external stakeholders (e.g., banks).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, QuickBooks, Syteline).
• Advanced Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Company Benefits

• Salary up to £30000
• On-site parking
• Company sick pay
• 30 days holidays
• Private healthcare scheme
• Pension scheme

What you need to do now

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