Graduate Accounts Assistant

Ultimate Products

May 13

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Accounting & Tax
£23K - £28K
Manchester

Requirements

Candidates must be ambitious, driven and enthusiastic, with an interest in pursuing a career in a leading international business. Application requirements:
A degree essential at 2:1 or above. Mathematics and Economics are preferred.
Minimum 6-12 months experience either full time or part time.
Demonstrate a technical mind with the ability to identify problems.
Strong writing skills with the competence to quickly compose emails.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work.
Assertive and confident with a proactive approach to work.
The most important bit is your talent, determination and drive, bring that with you and we can provide you with the tools to succeed.
Local to Greater Manchester.

Responsibilities

Ensure efficient logging of Non-Stock and Stock Purchase Orders and invoices into the Purchase Ledger system in a timely and accurate manner.
Verify and process all invoices, confirming that each corresponds to the corresponding NSPO and address any discrepancies if found. This applies both to internal departments and external suppliers, escalating any issues as needed.
To liaise with customers regarding invoices and deal with any customer queries appropriately.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Graduate Accounts Assistant?

The main responsibilities include supporting the accounts team with credit control, invoice processing, and assisting with the purchase/sales ledgers.

What skills are necessary for a Graduate Accounts Assistant role?

Skills required for this role include attention to detail, strong numerical skills, proficient in Excel, good communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team.

Is previous experience required for this position?

Previous experience in a similar role may be beneficial but is not always required. This is a graduate-level position, so candidates are typically hired with little to no prior experience.

What opportunities for advancement are available for a Graduate Accounts Assistant?

As a Graduate Accounts Assistant, there are opportunities to progress within the accounts department and potentially move into a more senior role such as an Accounts Manager or Financial Controller.

What kind of training or support can a Graduate Accounts Assistant expect to receive?

A Graduate Accounts Assistant can expect to receive on-the-job training from the accounts team, as well as support and guidance from their manager. Additionally, opportunities for further professional development may be available.

Ultimate Products

We source. We brand. We distribute. We do everything to get the best products on the shelves in the UK and globally.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

51-200

Employees

1997

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Who are we? We’re designers. We're mathematicians. We're salespeople. We’re forward-thinkers and we’re passionate about what we do. Established in 1997, we provide a total end-to-end solution to over 300 world-class retailers by sourcing, developing and ultimately distributing a wide range of branded household products. Chances are, we’ll have had some involvement in something in your room right now, whether you’ve swept your floor with a Beldray mop, drank your brew from a Portobello mug or prepared a tasty stir-fry in a Salter wok; we’re devoted to providing the products that make your house an ultimate home. Where are we? You’ll find our lovingly branded household products in a number of high-street retailers, including B&M, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Argos and TK Maxx, to name but a few. We are a truly global company, with major sourcing and general merchandising functions based in the Far East; our design and development offices are located in the UK, Hong Kong and Guangzhou. Across 20 years’ experience in trading and building relationships, we’ve worked tirelessly to establish a reliable supply partner base across 12 different consumer product categories. What do we do? Our committed Buying teams work closely with our valued supply partners to source, develop and determine the winning lines that will be sold to major global retailers throughout the year. Our skilled, in-house Design team produces a wealth of high-quality packaging, surface pattern designs, marking material and style guides to assure that our brands are a recognisable household staple. Within Merchandising and Quality Assurance, our teams work diligently to deliver the best possible quality of product within an efficient timeline that meets any and all customer-specific requirements. If you're driven, hard-working and motivated, we want to hear from you. Visit upgs.com/careers to view our latest job vacancies.