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ACCOUNTS CLERK

Main purpose of job

To undertake routine clerical duties in support of the accountancy function.

Main responsibilities

1. Process payment and invoices accurately and in accordance with closely defined procedures and timescales.
2. Verify calculations and input computer codes for variety of documents.
3. Check ledgers, statements and accounts to identify errors and take any necessary corrective action, referring more complex items to the supervisor.
4. Respond to customer enquiries and complaints, by telephone or in writing, after having checked the relevant facts from existing records.
5. Carry out any statistical analysis and produce report as required.
6. Draft any routine correspondence.
7. Undertake routine administrative support procedures, such as assisting with filing, opening post etc.
8. Prepare cheques for payments.
9. Maintain accurate financial records, including data input to the computer.

Knowledge, skills and experience required

The job requires:

* qualifications to GCSE level including English and Maths;
* previous experience in an accounts office;
* an undertaking of office procedures;
* accuracy;
* computer and keyboard skills;
* a good telephone manner.