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Accounts Assistant

One to One Personnel

Essex

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

30 days ago

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An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join their expanding finance team. This pivotal role requires a detail-oriented individual to support the accounting department by maintaining accurate financial records and performing various tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and proficiency in financial software such as Excel and Sage. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the company's financial health and success, all while enjoying a supportive work environment with attractive benefits.

Free on-site parking

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme above statutory requirements

Death in service benefit

Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
Proficient in Excel and Sage for financial tasks.

Monitor communications and manage queries efficiently.
Perform bank reconciliations and credit control tasks.
Support accounts team with administrative duties.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excel knowledge

Sage knowledge

Planning and organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to use handheld devices

Excel

Sage

The Role: Accounts Assistant- Thurrock - GBP28k - GBP30k per annum

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our clients expanding finance team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our accounting department, ensuring that financial records are maintained accurately and timely. This position demands a high level of organisational skill and attention to detail, as the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for various tasks related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general administrative duties.

Responsibilities

Monitoring daily communications and answering any queries
Bank reconciliations
Credit control
Ensuring payment amounts and records are correct
Working with spreadsheets and financial software
Ensuring that ledgers are up to date and outstanding payments are followed up
Recording financial transactions and balance sheets
Undertaking accounting duties of an administrative nature, e.g., liaising with customers and suppliers via phone and email.
Creating invoices and credit notes
Updating journals
Supporting the accounts team with administrative tasks
Undertaking customer due diligence checks and background checks in line with company Anti Money Laundering Policies
Supporting the company in monitoring escrow accounts
Checking duties and VAT calculations

Essential Skills