Accounts Assistant

ACCA Careers; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance firm is seeking a full-time Accounts Assistant in Chichester. The successful candidate will handle data entry, invoicing, and financial reconciliations. Required is an AAT level 3 qualification or being currently enrolled in AAT. Experience with Xero software is beneficial. The salary ranges from £27,000 to £30,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualification to AAT level 3 required, or currently studying AAT.
• Experience in a finance role preferable, but not essential.
• Previous experience of Xero beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Data entry for financial transactions.
• Process customer and supplier invoicing.
• Manage bank activities including reconciliations.

Skills

Excellent reporting skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

AAT level 3 qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant in Chichester – Finance / Accountancy. A growing Chichester area company is looking to strengthen the accounts team by recruiting a full-time permanent in-office Accounts Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Data entry
• Process customer invoicing
• Process supplier invoicing to ensure accuracy against POs and quotes
• Manage bank activities including reconciliations of bank and credit card statements
• Compile weekly supplier payment runs
• Prepare accounts reports
• Assist in the preparation of monthly Management Accounts
• Credit control and administration functions across all departments to ensure payments are collected in a timely manner

Profile

• Qualification to AAT level 3 required, or currently studying AAT
• Experience in a finance role preferable, but not essential. Previous experience of Xero beneficial
• Excellent reporting skills, a keen eye for detail. Advanced Excel experience preferable
• Able to efficiently use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

Job Offer

£27-30,000 DOE