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Our client, based near Skegness, is currently looking for an enthusiastic and determined Accounts Clerk to join their growing team. The successful candidate will be a key component in the smooth running of the business by carrying out the payment functions for the company on a day-to-day basis. They will also be confident in being able to liaise with colleagues and third parties, both in person and by phone. Experience within a similar role is essential for this role. This role will be office-based in Skegness.

Hours: Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 17:00 with a one hour break

Salary: £24,000 - £30,000 depending on experience.

Start Date: 17th February 2025

Person Specification:

* Able to work well under pressure during busy periods.

* Has excellent numeracy skills

* Ability to pay close attention to detail.

* Has excellent communication and organizational skills.

* Has the ability to work individually and as part of a team.

* Willing to actively progress their career by undertaking company training and development programmes when requested.

Duties

* Maintaining office and client ledgers and ensuring that information is sent to the Accounts Case Manager.

* Ensure all accounting rules are fully complied with before information being sent out.

* Ensuring the company’s bank details and payments match up by performing bank reconciliations.

* Reconciling petty cash and bank statements against invoices

* Working with the HR Director and external accountants to process staff salaries on a monthly basis and deal with employee mileage payments in conjunction with HR.

* To maintain internal systems of control, including filing, computerized records and reporting sheets

* Producing daily, weekly and monthly financial reports at the request of senior Directors

* Working with the Finance Director and external accountants to submit quarterly and year-end VAT returns.

* Checking and processing all payment requests in a timely manner and agree payment transfers for authorisation.

* Managing financial obligations to suppliers and other 3rd parties where necessary

* Take client payments either by phone or in person and take payments to the bank when necessary throughout the week.

* Proactively check staff billing for errors and work with staff on accounting procedures when more training is needed.

Requirements

* Minimum 2 years’ experience as an account clerk

* Working history that reflects experience and knowledge of accounting procedures

* Proficient with accounting software

* Experience of annual audit and inspection processes

* Have good understanding of accountancy rules and regulations, money laundering regulations and data protection.

* Experience maintaining client and office accounts

* Demonstratable knowledge and experience of MS Office

Desirables

* AAT Accounting Qualification or equivalent

* In-depth knowledge of Solicitor’s Accounts Rules

If this is a role for you, please send your CV via the'Apply Now' icon or call the Lincoln Office on (phone number removed)

Reflect Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency under the Employment Agencies Act 1973