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Our client is a forward-thinking and progressive employer committed to fostering career development and internal growth. They offer a competitive salary, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and a generous benefits package. Located in Barnsley, the site is easily accessible and features free on-site parking, a subsidised canteen, private healthcare options, and more—creating a supportive and rewarding working environment.

TEMPORARY TO PERMANENT PLACEMENT

Your new role

1. Invoice and Credit Note Management: Accurately process and verify invoices and credit notes; distribute via email and upload to relevant systems daily; manage and process credit requests efficiently.
2. Payment Processing: Post and allocate customer payments to Sage accounts, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliation.
3. Banking and Cash Flow: Maintain daily bank reconciliations and update the cash flow model; manage invoice discounting and trade loans; provide regular cash position reports.
4. Financial Reporting: Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including invoice generation, debtor and creditor listings, VAT returns, and other key financial reports.
5. Payroll Administration: Set up new employees, process payroll accurately, manage pension scheme administration, and complete year-end payroll tasks.
6. Year-End and Audit Support: Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts, liaise with external auditors, and support PBA reconciliations.
7. Compliance and Record-Keeping: Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations; maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
8. Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers; respond to queries and ensure timely resolution of outstanding payments.
9. Reporting and Analysis: Produce accounts receivable ageing reports and weekly debtor summaries; analyse customer payment trends to support credit control strategies.
10. Team Collaboration: Work closely with job share partners to ensure smooth handovers and consistent coverage; collaborate with the sales team to resolve payment disputes effectively.

What you'll need to succeed

AAT qualified or equivalent

Experience with Sage and Excel

Previous experience in an accounts assistant role, ideally with credit control and payroll experience

Driven and get up and go mindset, able to work through challenges independently and within a team

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary
Great benefits package
Free on-site parking

What you need to do now

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