Accounts Assistant

Location - South Essex No Hybrid

Salary £30,000 to £35,000

Job Purpose

The Accounts Assistant will support the day-to-day finance function, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable, bank reconciliations, and credit card processing. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with routine financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable
• Managing supplier queries and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Preparing and processing payment runs
• Ensuring supplier statements are reconciled regularly

Bank Reconciliations

• Performing regular bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Posting daily bank transactions and ensuring accuracy of cash records

Credit Card & Expenses

• Processing and reconciling company credit card statements
• Reviewing employee expense claims to ensure compliance with company policy
• Posting and allocating card transactions to the correct cost centres

General Finance Support

• Assisting with month-end close activities
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Supporting audits by providing required documentation
• Assisting with ad hoc finance tasks as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• Strong Accounts Payable experience
• Experience with bank reconciliations and credit card processing
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident user of accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• AAT qualification or studying towards AAT (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a fast-paced finance environment

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and highly organised
• Reliable and trustworthy with confidential information
• Proactive and willing to support the wider finance team