ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant eager to excel in a dynamic and rapidly growing environment? At Star Platforms, we are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised professional to be based full time at our modern offices in Houghton Regis.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Accounts Assistant you will be an integral part of our Finance team, working in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and targets. You will work closely with other departments and the broader team to ensure we are all maintaining the expectations of the business.

THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE INCLUDE:

• To manage and maintain customer and supplier accounts
• Provide adequate and on-time cash collection
• Chase overdue debts by phone, email and letter.
• Ensure that aged debts are kept within department targets
• Reconcile customer statements
• Liaise with internal and external customers to resolve queries leading to receipt of monies
• Liaise with debt insurers and debt collection teams when required
• Accurately process all purchase ledger invoices and credit notes
• Raise and process supplier payments
• Perform data entry tasks related to financial transactions and maintain organised records.
• Support month-end closing activities by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
• Provide support for audits by gathering necessary documentation and responding to queries

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL POSSESS:

• A proven track record of 2+ years’ experience working in a similar financial role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in excel and word
• An overall good team player with a can-do approach to your work
  Reports to: The Group Financial Controller