Accounts Assistant

WE Talent; Colchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a growing business near Colchester. The role involves providing finance support, managing reception duties, and assisting with administrative tasks. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, be confident with accounting systems, and possess good communication skills. A driving licence and vehicle access are essential due to location.

Benefits

Friendly collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or finance support role.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential due to the location.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and finance support across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and credit control functions.
• Manage the reception area, greeting visitors, handling deliveries.
• Raise and process sales invoices, reconcile cash and bank accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and process invoices in accounting systems.
• Prepare and post direct debit transactions.
• Handle customer and supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Assist with month-end duties and ensure records are accurate.
• Support the team with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Sage

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Outskirts of Colchester

Full-time, Permanent | Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm | On-site

WE Talent are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and growing business based on the outskirts of Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach, looking to develop their career within a supportive accounts team.

You will play a key role in supporting the Company Accountant and wider finance team, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the department and accuracy across all financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and finance support across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and credit control functions.
• Manage the reception area, greeting visitors, handling deliveries, and ensuring smooth coordination of incoming and outgoing items.
• Raise and process sales invoices, reconcile cash and bank accounts, and assist with reporting as required.
• Reconcile supplier statements, process invoices in accounting systems, and support with payment runs.
• Prepare and post direct debit transactions, dealing with any unpaid items and maintaining accurate records.
• Handle customer and supplier queries promptly and professionally.
• Process credit applications, maintain customer accounts, and support with credit control activities.
• Assist with month‑end duties, ensuring records are up to date and accurate.
• Monitor shared accounts inboxes and ensure all correspondence is handled efficiently.
• Support the team with general administrative tasks and contribute to continuous improvement within the department.

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or finance support role.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using accounting systems such as Sage (or similar).
• A positive team player with good communication skills.
• A driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential due to the location.

This is an on‑site position, working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. The company offers a friendly, collaborative environment where you'll be supported to grow and develop your skills.

If you're looking for a varied role in a busy, supportive accounts department and enjoy being part of a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you.

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