Our client is a fantastic business based in the Stoke on Trent area, this Accounts Assistant role will be reporting to the Head of Finance, working in a team to ensure the accounts function runs smoothly and that customers accounts are managed effectively. The role will also be supporting the accounts payable team and will also involve processing payroll for the business. The team are a friendly and personable group and are very supportive in their approach. Job Description for the Accounts Assistant role: Contacting debtors to chase overdue monies and receiving overdue payments To build relationships to ensure clients pay on time and in full Investigating and problem solving any queries Entering daily banking information Supporting the accounts payable team dealing with queries and processing invoices Taking credit card payments and processing Processing the payroll Producing reports and reporting on company targets in line with performance For the Accounts Assistant, it would be good to see candidates with: Previous experience in a similar accounts role Part AAT qualification would be desirable Experience using Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll or other accounting software Experience using Word, Excel and Outlook The ability to work effectively in a small team To be able to work to deadlines and to be able to multi-task The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of people, both on the phone and face-to-face. Hours: Monday Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ..... full job details .....