Accounts Assistant

Perfect Placement; Broadland; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established family-run business in Broadland is seeking an Accounts Assistant. The role involves processing payments, maintaining ledgers, and supporting the team. Candidates should have strong bookkeeping skills and experience in finance. Proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Office is essential. Competitive salary of up to £28,000 per annum with benefits including 24 days holiday and a private pension.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private pension

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Familiarity with financial processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process Direct Debits and manage payment schedules.
• Maintain accurate Sales and Purchase Ledgers.
• Handle reconciliations and supplier queries.

Skills

Bookkeeping knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team support

Education

AAT qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Accounts Assistant Needed in Norwich

Location: Norwich
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time options available
Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Benefits: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays and occasional corporate days, private pension, wellbeing benefits

Our client, a friendly and well-established family-run business, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their close-knit team in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience and a proactive approach to join a supportive environment that values accuracy, teamwork, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities for the Accounts Assistant role

• Process Direct Debits and manage payment schedules efficiently
• Maintain accurate Sales and Purchase Ledgers
• Reconcile supplier accounts and handle queries with professionalism
• Assist with banking tasks, including daily reconciliations
• Support the team with leasing agreements and related records
• Undertake general office administration duties
• Answer customer calls and assist with finance-related queries in a courteous manner

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong bookkeeping knowledge and familiarity with financial processes
• Proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills
• AAT qualification (or working towards) desirable
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to support colleagues

If this Accounts Assistant role interests you and you would like to know more about it, or other administrative and finance positions in your area, please contact Paul Martin at Perfect Placement UK Ltd.