Accounts Assistant

Alexander Lloyd; England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their team in Eastbourne. This hybrid role involves supporting daily finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and preparing invoices. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software. This position offers a salary of up to £32,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.
• AAT qualification would be desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Prepare invoices and liaise with clients and suppliers.
• Provide general administrative and financial support to the finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Experience in finance/accounts

Education

AAT qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant

Hybrid

Eastbourne

Up to 32,000

Perm

Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable and receivable
• Reconciling bank statements and maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Preparing invoices and liaising with clients and suppliers
• Providing general administrative and financial support to the wider finance team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team
• AAT qualification (or working towards) would be desirable but not essential