Our client is recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join their Finance Team. You will help keep their financial operations running smoothly! You’ll handle a mix of income and expenditure tasks, support bank reconciliations, and help look after the Purchase Ledger.

Main Responsibilities of Accounts Assistant: *Take ownership of the Purchase Ledger and Purchase Ordering System, ensuring accuracy, compliance with financial procedures, and timely resolution of queries.
*Process purchase invoices, verify VAT treatment, and reconcile supplier statements to ensure correct period posting.
*Monitor approvals, investigate discrepancies with suppliers and budget holders, and escalate issues where required.
*Prepare and process supplier payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate and made within agreed terms.
*Set up and maintain supplier accounts, retaining appropriate approvals and audit documentation.
*Produce month-end Purchase Ledger reports, reconcile control accounts, and identify potential prepayments and accruals.
*Monitor unmatched purchase orders and advise senior finance colleagues of outstanding commitments.
*Act as the main point of contact for supplier queries and communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
*Provide support to the wider Finance Team and assist with additional administrative duties as required.
Essential
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel
*Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.