A great opportunity has arisen with a Thirsk based business looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their busy team. This is a varied position with a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

* Purchase ledger processing and account reconciliation

* Process weekly payroll for 70+ employees

* Manage a high volume of data on a weekly basis

* Prepare weekly and Monthly payment runs via BACS

* Assist with month and year end accounting

* Processing simple accounts journals for regular non-ledger transactions and other basic bookkeeping tasks

* Acting as a point of contact for customers, clients or suppliers via email & over the phone.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, have great administrative and clerical skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have:

* Confidence to communicate effectively and accurately with a wide range of people, from senior management to customers and suppliers

* Proficiency in computer programs, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook

* Ability to use basic accounting software (experience with Sage Payroll and Microsoft AX desirable but not essential, full training will be given)

* Professional and flexible approach and attitude

* Understand responsibilities with regards to confidentiality

* Prioritise own workload

* Work in close liaison and support other team members, which may include providing cover when required

* Additional duties at a comparable level of responsibility may be allocated to the post/post holder

For more information on this position, please speak to Nicola Walker at Si Recruitment