Accounts Assistant

ACORN RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Accounts Assistant in Devon to maintain financial records and support invoicing functions. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of bookkeeping experience, strong numerical skills, and excellent communication. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and potential for permanent employment with benefits including a pension scheme and free parking.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Free and on-site parking

Opportunity for permanent employment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in bookkeeping or a similar accounts role.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with credit control and debt chasing.
• Process and post customer invoices and receipts.
• Reconcile company credit cards and accounts.
• Support month-end procedures and financial reporting.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Numerical accuracy

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Willand, Devon | £12.82 - £14.82 per hour | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm | Temporary to Permanent |

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting invoicing functions, and ensuring compliance with internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with credit control and debt chasing.
• Process and post customer invoices and receipts.
• Reconcile company credit cards and accounts.
• Maintain and manage the debtor ledger (approx. £1.2 million).
• Place accounts on hold when necessary and liaise with the production team.
• Support month-end procedures and financial reporting.
• Use Excel and accounting software to track and update financial data.
• Maintain an organised filing system for financial documents and reports.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in bookkeeping or a similar accounts role.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme.
• Free and on-site parking.
• Opportunity for permanent employment with a well-established business.

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