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Reference 879342CMC
Job Title Accounts Assistant
Date Added 22/05/2012
Date Closing 20/11/2012
Type Permanent - Full-Time
Location Belfast
Salary (£) Negotiable
Description
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT REQUIRED FOR OUR BELFAST CLIENT.
Purpose:
The General Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing scheduled support to the Director of Finance in accordance with agency policies and procedures.  Maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounts payable and receivable sub-ledgers and monthly account reconciliations utilizing industry specific computer software are key components of this position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:
Process vendor and supplier invoices, in a timely manner, verifying accuracy, approvals andrequirements.
Prepares cheques and associated reports, as required in accordance with agency schedules.

Prepare all Accounts Payable sub-ledger journals for posting to General Ledger monthly.
Reconcile Accounts Payable sub-ledger to General Ledger monthly.
Enter and reconcile cheques cashed to accounting software monthly.
Respond to vendor inquiries as required.  
Accounts Receivable:
Process all client or miscellaneous payments daily or as required to sub-ledger.  
Maintain and distribute accurate listing of overdue accounts and suspensions in accordance with agency policies.
•Refer overdue accounts to Director of Finance for adjustments,write- off or collections.
Prepare accounting adjustment forms where required.
Respond to client or payer account inquiries as required.

General Ledger:
Assist the Director of Finance with monthly general ledger reconciliations as required.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for approval of the Director of Finance.
Assist with annual budget preparation as required.
General Office Support:
Assist with telephone coverage during the lunch break and staff absences.
Assist Director of Finance with record retention requirements.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or  responsibilities required by the incumbent.  Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Comprehensive knowledge of computer accounting software systems;
Experienced in processing accounts payable/receivable, sub-ledger and general ledger entries and reconciliations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Two-year college diploma in accounting or completion of one-year university required

**We are acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency**

7.30am - 4pm Mon-Thur 7.30am-12noon Friday

Next Step:
If you are interested in this job please email us with an up to date CV to Carmel
or contact Lynn Recruitment for a completely confidential discussion on 028 9023 4324
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