Accounts Assistant

Company Overview

Silverlining has been making bespoke furniture from our workshop in North Wales since 1985. Across more than thirty four craft disciplines, our team makes pieces for private clients and yacht owners around the world, from initial concept through to installation. We are a workshop built on craft, patience, and people who care about getting the details right.

 

Role Purpose

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated accounts assistant to support our finance team.

This role will be working closely with our Management Accountant, Project team and Purchasers in a transactional role running our purchase and sales ledger.

Based on our site in Wrexham it offers an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career while contributing to the growth of one of the world’s leading bespoke furniture makers.

 

Core Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

  • Processing purchase invoices

  • Preparing payment run

  • Making supplier payments

  • Management of the purchase ledger balances for accuracy and completeness

Sales Ledger

  • Processing sales invoices

  • Chasing outstanding invoices

  • Management of sales ledger balances for accuracy and completeness

Bank

  • Reporting on bank balances and monies received

  • Bank reconciliations

VAT

  • Preparation of VAT returns for approval

  • Submission and payment of VAT returns

Expenses

  • Expenses management to including processing and payment.

  • Credit card and spend card management

 

Candidate Profile

We would love to hear from you if you:

  • Are studying towards AAT qualification (preferably level 3 or 4)

  • Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a similar role

  • Have experience working with Sage 50 Accounts or similar system

  • Have experience using Concur or other expenses platforms

  • Have a sound understanding of a finance department and processes

  • Are confident working in a professional environment and dealing with clients, client representatives and suppliers


  • Be comfortable engaging with colleagues across all departments

  • Show curiosity, initiative and a willingness to learn

 

This role is based at our workshop in Wrexham, North Wales, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.15pm. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying.

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