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Sandwell CollegePosted 1 week ago

Finance Assistant - Purchase Ledger

$24,408–$28,278 year

On-siteWest Bromwich, England, United Kingdom

Full TimeMedium

Job Summary

Process purchase ledger invoices, credit card transactions, and supplier payment runs while receiving cash and card payments. Respond to supplier queries via telephone, email, and face-to-face, and assist with bank reconciliations and month-end and year-end financial processes. Provide guidance on finance systems, manage the team's telephone enquiries and shared email inbox, and support budget setting and monitoring. Occasionally assist with the sales ledger function, including raising invoices and debt collection.

Required Qualifications

  • GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths
  • Experience of working within an accounting or finance environment
  • Experience using computerised accounting systems
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong organisational and administrative abilities
  • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
  • The ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desired Qualifications

  • A recognised accounting qualification, or be working towards one

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