Accounts Administrator

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Are you an experienced Accounts Administrator looking to join a busy, supportive finance team? We are recruiting for an organised and detail-oriented individual to play a key role in the day-to-day running of a fast-paced accounts function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous purchase ledger, sales ledger or credit control experience who enjoys working in a varied role and takes pride in delivering accurate financial administration.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for supporting the finance team with a broad range of accounting and administrative duties, including:

• Processing high volumes of purchase ledger invoices, including manual and EDI invoices.
• Resolving invoice queries and ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Supporting credit control activities, including chasing outstanding payments and allocating customer receipts.
• Assisting with sales ledger administration and customer account queries.
• Preparing invoices, reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Managing Proof of Delivery (POD) requests and supporting customer and supplier enquiries.
• Assisting with month-end processes and financial reporting.
• Working closely with colleagues across the business to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Providing support across the wider accounts team, including holiday cover where required.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience within an accounts or finance administration role.
• Knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and/or credit control.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

What’s on Offer

• A varied and rewarding accounts role.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities to broaden your knowledge across all areas of the finance function.
• Career progression for the right individual.

If you’re looking for your next opportunity within a busy finance team where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.