Job Description

Axil is a leading waste management company who specialise in recycling and total customer waste management.

You don't need to have expert knowledge of waste regulations, compliance or health and safety legislation to get a job at Axil. However, you'll need to be familiar with this information once you have the role, so we'll provide all the necessary training as part of your induction.

Job Role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team within our relaxed and friendly office in Corby. You will be processing invoices, credit notes and payments and administer the accounts' payable function. Axil is looking for someone that has had previous experience in a similar role.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately enter and manage supplier invoices and credit notes in the accounting system, ensuring timely and correct recording to support financial reporting and supplier relationships. Review, validate, and process employee expense claims in accordance with company policy, ensuring accurate reimbursement and proper cost allocation. Reconcile and input corporate credit card transactions, ensuring that all expenses are properly categorised and supported with appropriate documentation. Coordinate the rebate process including gathering necessary data, obtaining internal approvals, and ensuring timely and accurate payment to eligible parties. Prepare and execute weekly payment runs across various categories, ensuring all payments are authorised, accurately processed, and comply with internal controls. Match supplier statements against internal records to identify discrepancies, resolve outstanding issues, and maintain up-to-date and accurate accounts payable balances. Manage day-to-day operations of the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance: Request missing documents from vendors to ensure completeness of financial records Obtain relevant approvals from internal stakeholders for invoice processing Identify and correct posting errors in the ledger Verify bank details by telephone in line with anti-fraud procedures Allocate payments to the correct invoices and accounts Complete and manage forms related to purchase ledger activity Set up new vendors in relevant systems (SharePoint, Sage, Enwis) ensuring proper documentation and internal validation Handle incoming finance-related queries from vendors and internal staff, providing accurate information and efficient resolution of issues. Track and update logs for travel and accommodation bookings to support cost tracking and policy compliance. Monitor and manage shared finance inboxes, ensuring timely responses, routing of queries, and actioning of finance-related correspondence. Ad-hoc duties as required

Essential Experience

Experience within a finance environment (2 years min) Experience in Purchase ledger AAT or Equivalent qualification (desirable)

Essential Skills

Ability to manage high volumes of transactions High level of accuracy in processing invoices and payments Ability to work effectively to tight deadlines Have a positive attitude, be a dedicated and motivated team-player and resilient Professional and calm under pressure, in pressurised scenarios. Adaptable to changing priorities with strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with a 30 minute unpaid break each day

37.5 hours per week

Salary

25,000 - 30,000 pa, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Corby NN17: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Finance environment: 1 year (required) Purchase ledger: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

AAT (preferred)
Work Location: In person