Role & Responsibilities:

As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the finance manager with day-to-day accounting and financial administration ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions as well as assisting with routine reporting and month-end duties.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

* Process accounts payable including supplier invoices, receipts and credit notes to enable timely payment and correct cost centre allocation

* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies

* Process credit card transactions and perform balance reconciliations

* Raise and issue customer invoices as needed

* Liaise with internal teams to request Vat invoices from suppliers for processing

* Input data into accounting systems accurately

Reconciliations & Reporting

* Prepare and support bank reconciliations and ensure accounts are balanced

* Perform bank, supplier and customer reconciliations regularly to ensure records match

* Assist with internal reporting and ad-hoc finance projects as required

* Support month-end and year-end tasks such as preparing basic reporting and supporting documentation

Finance Administration

* Enter financial data and transactions into accounting system Xero

* Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems

* Respond to internal/external finance queries efficiently

* Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and clients regarding payments and account queries

* Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including assisting with any ad-hoc financial requests

Key Requirements:

* At least one year of experience in a similar role, specifically within accounts payable, receivables, bank reconciliation

* Strong numeracy and accuracy with financial data

* AAT qualification (Level 2/3) or working towards it, or equivalent experience

* A degree in finance, accounting or a related field is an advantage

* Practical bookkeeping and reconciliation experience

* Experience with accounting software Xero and Microsoft Excel

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and external suppliers

* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines