Job Description:

RECfinancial are supporting a thriving local business, based in South Leicestershire, to appoint an Senior Accounts Payable & Receivable Clerk for a full-time, permanent position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team within a small and successful organisation.   This is a varied role that requires a proactive and organised individual who can manage multiple accounting and administrative tasks efficiently.

Commutable from Whetstone, Blaby, Enderby, Narborough, Leicester and wider Leicestershire. 

THE ROLE – SENIOR ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & RECEIVABLE CLERK

Reporting into the Director, this role would play a pivotal role in supporting the company through an exciting period of growth and bring stability to the transactional finance function.  

We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies. Resilient and experienced in transactional finance. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop both accounting skills within a dynamic and evolving business environment.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SENIOR ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & RECEIVABLE CLERK

• Ensure all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner 
• Manage all queries ensuring they are logged,  tracked, and resolved in a timely manner 
• Statement reconciliations and bank reconciliations.
• Review supplier BACS reports on a weekly basis
• Complete timely and accurate invoicing, on a daily/ weekly basis.
• Processing of payments, and receipt tracking.
• Processing of Purchase Ledger invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment runs.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
• Support with cashflow 
• Credit Control kept up to date and aged debt reports are reviewed weekly
• Ensure aged creditor reports and debit balances are reviewed and commentary provided
• Daily process and maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records.
• Manage and reconcile petty cash, plus any credit card statements and expenses
• Assist in preparation of VAT returns, 
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain general ledgers and other financial documents.
• Payroll, ensuring all employee information is reviewed where appropriate regarding timesheets, holidays, overtime, etc, dealing with any new starters and leavers.
• Plus any ad-hoc Administration tasks within the Finance team.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience with Xero / Central Business Microsoft Office Suite.
• High level of attention to detail with the ability to reconcile data accurately
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Experience managing accounts payable and receivable functions 
• Strong ability to prioritise and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

WHAT THE COMPANY CAN OFFER:

• Company Pension
• Competitive salary – £30,000k -  £35,000k depending on experience.
• On-Site Parking
• Great working environment
• Standard Holidays bank holidays

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity and apply through the web site as we would like to hear from you.   

Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or requiring sponsorship.

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