Accounts Assistant

TIME Appointments Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Appointments are working on behalf of a fantastic, well-established client based in Clacton-on-Sea and are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team.

You will support a range of accounting functions including purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger activities, ensuring day-to-day transactions are processed accurately and on time. The ideal candidate has prior accounts experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Good knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger processes.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting software, preferably Sage 50.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently while also being a proactive team player.
• A methodical and organised approach to work.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions.
• Matching, coding and processing invoices and dealing with supplier queries.
• Raising sales invoices and allocating customer payments.
• Reconciling supplier and customer accounts.
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Processing payments and supporting credit control activities.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and financial reporting.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Investigating and resolving account discrepancies.
• Assisting with VAT returns and other routine accounting requirements.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business to ensure financial processes are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Accounts experience

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Organised

Prioritisation

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Time Appointments are working on behalf of a fantastic, well-established client and specialist in their field, who are looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant to their friendly team based in Clacton-on-Sea.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated and detail-oriented finance professional who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting a range of accounting functions, including purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger activities, whilst ensuring the day-to-day finance operations run smoothly and accurately.

Key Duties & Responsibilities Include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently
• Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions
• Matching, coding and processing invoices and dealing with supplier queries
• Raising sales invoices and allocating customer payments
• Reconciling supplier and customer accounts
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and general ledger postings
• Processing payments and supporting credit control activities
• Assisting with month-end procedures and financial reporting
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Investigating and resolving account discrepancies
• Assisting with VAT returns and other routine accounting requirements
• Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business to ensure financial processes are completed accurately and on time

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• Good knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger processes
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting software, preferably Sage 50
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently while also being a proactive team player
• A methodical and organised approach to work
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop