Finance Assistant

Hemel Hempstead
1 week ago
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Accounts payable:
o Enter non-material supplier invoices onto Delta bespoke Office Automation system.
o Once non material supplier invoices approved need to check the coding and then post into SAP
o To match good receipts to supplier invoices, dealing with all price queries etc
o To reconcile supplier statements, request outstanding supplier invoices and deal with problems on supplier invoices.
o Prepare payments to suppliers and employees expenses
o Filing invoices and pulling invoices after the payment run.

  • Credit function:
    o Cash allocations on to ledger - ensure maximum use of robotics process.
    o Check invoices are on customer web portal monthly
    o To chase payments from customers and report updates to local management
    o Ensure automatic process for customer statements to be sent on time
    o Follow credit control procedures for credit limit settings
    o Release orders as and when required
    o Keep customer addresses up to date

  • Finance:
    o Assist in month end close process
    o Maintain and reconcile cash book
    o Monthly intrastate information collection
    o Processing of internal orders

  • General:
    o Undertake general office administration and such other duties as may be deemed necessary for the role.

    Skills:

    Technical/ Professional skills:

    Required:

    Experience of using Microsoft OfficeDesired:

    Use of SAP or other databases
    AAT or some other accounting qualifications would be usefulPersonal skills (traits, attributes):

    Ability to build and develop customer relationships
    Numerate and accuracy in dealing with numbers
    Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
    Use of initiative to identify and resolve problems
    Demonstrable effective time management
    Commitment to continuous improvement and learning
    Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure quality whilst being aware of overall aims and priorities.
    Enthusiastic, motivated and committed
    Good telephone mannerSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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