Accounts Assistant

Acorn by Synergie; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Devon is seeking an Accounts Assistant to maintain financial records, support invoicing functions, and ensure compliance with internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounts role, strong numerical accuracy, and excellent organizational skills. This position offers a temporary to permanent contract with a competitive hourly rate of £12.82 – £14.82.

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.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with credit control and debt chasing.
• Process and post customer invoices and receipts.
• Reconcile company credit cards and accounts.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

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.

Don't miss out, apply now or contact Judyta at the Acorn by Synergie Tiverton branch!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.