Accounts Assistant

Permanent Accounts Assistant Position - All round role based in Barnsley, with free parking, salary: c.£20,000

Your new company
I am delighted to be exclusively working with a Yorkshire based media company who operate in paper based media on a monthly basis.

Your new role
You will be based at the Barnsley head office as an Accounts Assistant, dealing with all aspects of finance including the processing of purchase orders, invoicing, chasing payments and payment queries.

• Processing customer orders onto the database (Xero).
• Dealing with customer queries over the telephone or by email.
• Processing customer payments.
• Managing the accounting database.
• Banking and petty cash processing.
• Supplier Invoices.
• Communicating with a large client base through email and telephone on a daily basis.
• Other administrative duties may be required whilst carrying out the role.
• Working closely with Sales Account Managers.
• Updating progress reports on accounts and liaise with Directors.

What you'll need to succeed

Our client is seeking an individual who has a positive attitude with excellent communication and organisational skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the current and expanding accounts database and work closely with the wider management team.

• Previous experience working within an accounts and administrative environment is essential.
• Must be IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook, with previous experience of using Xero preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work under pressure within a fast-paced environment and to monthly deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build excellent relationships with our current client base.
• Friendly and enthusiastic attitude.
• An individual that can contribute new ideas to progress the business.

What you'll get in return
Salary c. £20,000 per annum
Full time working hours - Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Free parking, commutable from North Sheffield, Rotherham, Wakefield and Barnsley
Bonus scheme once established in the position on a monthly basis based on financial performance

What you need to do now
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