Accounts Assistant

Olympus Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Kings Cross, London is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to handle high-volume financial transactions and support day-to-day operations in finance. This full-time, office-based role offers a salary between £30,000 and £32,000. The ideal candidate should be AAT qualified or studying towards AAT Level 4, have a strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Receivable, and possess excellent communication and attention to detail. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT Level 4.
• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Receivable processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume Accounts Payable and Receivable transactions.
• Process invoices, credit notes, payments, and receipts.
• Perform bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Financial systems proficiency

Education

AAT qualified or studying towards AAT 4

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Position: Accounts Assistant

Location: Kings Cross, London

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent, Fully office based

Salary : £30,000 - £32,000

Are you an organised and detail-driven finance professional looking to develop your career in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our growing team and support the day-to-day operations of our finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
• Process invoices, credit notes, payments, and receipts in line with company policies.
• Intercompany transactions and Journals
• Perform bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations regularly.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, reporting, and ad-hoc finance tasks.
• Respond to internal and external queries in a professional and timely manner.

About You

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT 4.
• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of AP / AR processes and high-volume transaction management.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Confident using accounting systems and MS Excel.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• A proactive, team-focused attitude.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and further study.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to work within a dynamic business experiencing significant growth.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career, we’d love to hear from you