Job Description
Operations Assistant – Insurance
Salary: up to £38,000
We are looking for a Futures Clearings Operations Specialist.
Our client is a Global commerce and technology firm.
Date: 12 Jan 2024
Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING
Type: Contract
Location: London
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Email: duncan@taylorjamesresourcing.com
Ref: DB3648
We have a fixed term contract of 2 months for an Accounts Assistant specializing in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable, based in the City of London. 3 days in office and 2 days from home. Salary up to £38,000.
Ideally, you will be immediately available.
You will be responsible for maintaining purchase ledgers and liaising with suppliers and colleagues regarding posting invoices, payment runs, and supplier account reconciliations.
- Posting, coding, and batching of supplier invoices.
- Compiling of fortnightly payment run prior to authorization.
- Allocating payments made to supplier accounts.
- Reconciling supplier accounts within Sage 200.
- Setting up supplier accounts and verifying changes of bank details.
- Maintaining old ledger balances.
- Investigating and correcting errors within the Sage 200 project accounting module.
- Dealing with supplier queries via email or phone.
- Liaising with colleagues to assist with ledger queries.
- Raising of ad hoc payments and staff expenses.
- Ad hoc / additional duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
What we are looking for:
- Purchase ledger experience required.
- Numerate with a high focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, able to liaise with people at all levels.
- Good problem-solving skills, and able to use initiative.
- Organized and self-motivated, able to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Approachable team player.
- Flexible and proactive approach to work.
- Strong IT skills, with intermediate Excel skills.