Accounts Assistant

CV Screen; Basildon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

23 days' holiday rising to 25

Job summary

CV Screen is recruiting an Accounts Assistant in Basildon to manage client and supplier invoicing end-to-end. You will work closely with the finance team to keep the invoicing function accurate and timely, reporting to the Finance Director.

The role suits someone with solid accounts experience, who values accuracy and enjoys resolving queries. Salary up to £32,000 plus pension and holidays, with commutable location options in Basildon.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts, invoicing or purchase/sales ledger role.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Sage 50 experience and exposure to the TABS invoicing system would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Raising and issuing client invoices, including batch runs and uploading them to client portals.
• Managing the accounts inbox, checking incoming contractor invoices and filing them correctly.
• Acting as first point of contact for invoice queries, investigating discrepancies and escalating complex issues.
• Reconciling supplier statements against internal records and chasing differences.
• Liaising with coordinators and other departments to confirm job details so billing goes out on time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Client communication

Excel

Microsoft Office

Tools

Sage 50

TABS invoicing

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accounts Assistant – Basildon – Up to £32,000

CV Screen is delighted to be recruiting an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a well-established business in Basildon. A salary of up to £32,000 is on offer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, supportive finance team where you will play a key part in keeping the invoicing function running smoothly. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will look after client and supplier invoicing from start to finish, working closely with colleagues across the business. It would suit someone with solid accounts experience who takes real pride in accuracy and enjoys getting queries resolved properly.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Raising and issuing client invoices, including batch runs, and uploading them to client portals in line with each customer's requirements
• Managing the accounts inbox, checking incoming contractor invoices and filing them correctly
• Acting as first point of contact for invoice queries, investigating discrepancies and escalating anything more complex
• Reconciling supplier statements against internal records and chasing up any differences
• Liaising with coordinators and other departments to confirm job details so billing goes out on time

What Experience is Required

• Previous experience in an accounts, invoicing or purchase/sales ledger role
• Confident with accounting software and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Sage 50 experience, and exposure to the TABS invoicing system, would be an advantage but is not essential
• Strong attention to detail, well organised, and comfortable dealing with clients and colleagues directly

Salary & Benefits

A salary of up to £32,000 is available, depending on experience, plus a company pension and 23 days' holiday rising to 25 days after two years' service.

Location

The role is based in Basildon, Essex, and is easily commutable from Wickford, Billericay, Brentwood, Rayleigh, Grays, Chelmsford, Southend-on-Sea and Romford.

Alternate Job Titles

• Accounts Administrator
• Invoicing Clerk
• Billing Assistant
• Purchase Ledger Assistant