Accounts Assistant

Position: Accounts Assistant (Permanent)
Location: Halesowen

We are recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join a successful SME based in Halesowen. The role will report into the Financial Controller.

Responsibilities
Process approximately 400–500 supplier invoices per month across around 150 live accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into the accounting system
Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes and resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal teams
Prepare weekly supplier payment runs, maintain supplier records and reconcile supplier accounts
Support the processing of documentary credits for imported raw materials
Monitor and manage approximately 60 live customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances
Issue statements and payment reminders in line with credit terms and escalate overdue accounts where required
Liaise with internal sales teams to resolve customer payment issues
Maintain aged debtor reports and support credit control activities
Complete daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash balances
Assist with short- and medium-term cash flow forecasting
Support invoice financing facilities, including submission of eligible invoices and reconciliation of loan and sales ledger accounts
Reconcile company credit cards and petty cash
Assist with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments and journal entries
What We’re Looking For

Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, ideally within a manufacturing or SME environment
AAT qualified or working towards AAT (or equivalent)
A Levels including English and Mathematics
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
Comfortable using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Proactive, organised and methodical approach to work
Strong sense of ownership, accountability and professionalism
Adaptable, eager to learn and able to work collaboratively as part of a team

In return we will offer full product support a successful and growing company and the opportunity to progress within a stable company.

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Hours Mon – Thu 8:30 – 17:00 Fri 08:00 – 13:30

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