Credit Control / Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Widnes (fully office based)
Salary: Circa £35,000 per annum

Team: Small team of 3

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:50 pm

Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our client in Widnes. This is a full-time role with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchase Ledger Management:

• Handling all aspects of the purchase ledger using a fully automated system.
• Receiving, authorising, and posting invoices to the relevant nominal accounts.
• Reconciling supplier statements.
• Processing two payment runs per month.

Credit Control:

• Allocating and posting daily cash receipts.
• Chasing overdue accounts and managing collections effectively.

Administrative Tasks:

• Ordering office stationery supplies.
• Occasionally booking overseas travel arrangements.
• Weekly processing of clock cards.

Requirements:

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Email.
  • Familiarity with D365 or similar ERP systems (training provided).
• Experience:
  • Strong credit control experience is highly desirable, with a willingness to learn purchase ledger responsibilities.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Full training provided

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a passion for credit control, eager to expand their skill set in a supportive environment.

To apply for the role, please attach your CV and it will come through for review.