Job title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Lincoln, LN6 - Hybrid (1 day in the office per week + occasional meetings or updates)

Contract length: 12 month initial contract - potential to be extended

Rate: £16.38 per hour PAYE

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a highly reputable company in the energy industry. This role is a 12 month initial position based at their Lincoln office one day per week and for any additional important meetings or team updates.

The Accounts Assistant will join the companies Finance department and will ideally be detail originated and proactive to contribute towards digitalisation of the companies processes. The successful candidate will support the UK&I Gas and Power Accounting team, focusing on process mapping and improvements, completing monthly reconciliations and support in handling accounts payable queries and liaising with the outsourced provider. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Responsibilities:

Process Mapping and Improvements:

• Analyse current accounts payable processes and identify areas for improvement.

• Develop and implement process maps to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure process changes are effectively communicated and adopted.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of process improvements and make modifications to encompass all business requirements as necessary.

• Maintain accurate records of all queries and resolutions for audit purposes.

Monthly Reconciliations:

• Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger.

• Ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly addressed.

• Prepare and review monthly reconciliation reports for management.

• Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Enhance the efficiency of our monthly reconciliation process.

Accounts Payable:

• Collaborate and grow the relationship with GBS and drive improvements

• Resolve accounts payable queries from internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payments.

 Key Skills / Experience Required:

• Experience in working in a finance department

• Previous Accounts Assistant or Accounts Payable role

• Any previous experience in digitalisation of processes/process mapping would be advantageous

• AAT qualification or similar would be ideal

• Understanding of basic accounting rules - Balance Sheet, Reconciliation etc

• Open minded and keen to develop professionally 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While the hiring process may not be expedited, we urge all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure their consideration.

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