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Accounts Assistant

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Hertford · Posted 19 Oct 2026 · 5 applicants

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Location: Hertford
Hours: 35 hours per week
Reporting to: Finance Manager

A well-established, growing organisation based on the outskirts of Hertford is seeking a capable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support its finance function. This role would suit someone with some prior office-based experience who is looking to build on their exposure within a finance or accounts environment.

You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day transactional finance activities, ensuring accurate records and smooth processes across the business. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Processing purchase invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and appropriate coding.
  • Maintaining supplier records and assisting with supplier statement reconciliations.
  • Raising sales invoices and supporting credit control activity.
  • Assisting with bank and credit card reconciliations.
  • Processing staff expenses and monitoring petty cash.
  • Updating and maintaining spreadsheets for reporting and tracking purposes.
  • Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and record keeping.
  • Supporting ad hoc finance and administrative tasks as required.
  • Assisting with on-site finance support for events and other ad hoc activities where necessary.
Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
  • Well organised with the ability to manage and prioritise workload.
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Reliable team player with good communication skills.
  • Professional and proactive approach.
About You:
  • 6-12 months’ experience in an office-based role (finance or admin exposure advantageous).
  • Some exposure to transactional finance tasks would be beneficial but not essential.
  • Willingness to learn and develop within a finance function.
What's on Offer:
  • Salary up to £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
  • 35-hour working week.
  • 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Private healthcare.
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