Accounts Administrator in Studley

Job Title:    Accounts Administrator
Location:    Studley
Salary:       £28,000-£32,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours:        Full-time


I'm working with an established business based in Studley who are looking to recruit an organised and hands-on Accounts Administrator to join their team.

This is a varied role offering genuine responsibility, working closely with colleagues across the business and an external accountant. You'll play an important part in keeping the day-to-day finance function running smoothly, maintaining accurate records and ensuring customer payments are followed up.

If you enjoy working in a varied finance role where you can take ownership, use your initiative and make a real contribution, this could be an excellent opportunity.

Key responsibilities:

• Processing day-to-day financial transactions accurately using Xero.
• Completing bank and account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Monitoring outstanding customer invoices and proactively chasing overdue payments by telephone and email.
• Allocating customer payments and maintaining accurate sales ledger records.
• Reviewing aged debt reports and escalating overdue accounts where necessary.
• Processing supplier invoices, checking documentation and preparing payments.
• Allocating transactions to the correct cost centres.
• Liaising with customers, suppliers and the external accountant.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting month-end and year-end activities.
• Assisting with compliance records, financial documentation and general accounts administration.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and support the wider business.

About you

You'll be a practical, reliable and detail-focused finance professional who enjoys taking responsibility for your work.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in accounts administration, accounts assistance, bookkeeping or credit control.
• Experience using Xero or another accounting package.
• A good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and reconciliations.
• Confidence chasing outstanding payments and having professional conversations about money owed.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage your workload independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach.
• A relevant qualification such as AAT would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on offer?

• Salary of £28,000-£32,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• A varied role with genuine responsibility and ownership.
• A supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to improving finance processes.

Interested?

If you're looking for a hands-on accounts role where you can make a difference and become a valued member of the team, I'd love to hear from you.

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