Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; Brighton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study support

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Brighton-based finance team. You will handle day-to-day financial tasks, including processing invoices, reconciling accounts and supporting the wider finance team.

The role is permanent with hybrid working, offering a salary of 28,000–32,000 GBP and opportunities to develop within the manufacturing/distribution industry.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting or a similar financial role.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills for dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and maintaining records.
• Support payroll processing and related financial tasks.
• Handle supplier and customer account queries professionally.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end financial processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Accounting knowledge

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

As an Accounts Assistant in Brighton, you'll be handling day-to-day financial tasks to keep things running smoothly in this high growth industry. Your role will involve processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting the wider finance team.

Client Details

This role is within the manufacturing/distribution industry, based in Brighton.

Description

• Process and manage invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and maintaining records.
• Support payroll processing and related financial tasks.
• Handle supplier and customer account queries professionally.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end financial processes.

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in accounting or a similar financial role.
• A solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills for dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Offer

• Permanent position based in Brighton.
• Salary ranging from 28,000 to 32,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Opportunities to develop within this exciting industry.
• Hybrid working and study support