Accounts Assistant

Partner Recruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful SME in Leatherhead is seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide financial and administrative support. You will prepare invoices, manage accounts payable and receivable, and ensure accurate financial records. Ideal candidates have previous experience in accounting, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in accounting software. This role offers a salary of £26,000 - £28,000, 22 days holiday, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in accounts.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing invoices for customers and processing incoming supplier invoices.
• Tracking and managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconciling company bank accounts and supplier statements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Proactivity

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant Leatherhead, Surrey Full Time Office Based £26,000 £28,000 DOE

Our client, a successful SME, has been a trusted supplier to the golf trade since 1980 and is now the leading global distributor of branded and licensed products to the trade. They are a small, close-knit company spread across two locations Leatherhead, Surrey and Oldbury, near Birmingham.

This role is based in a small open plan office in Leatherhead, which is part of Regus serviced offices. It s an intimate, collaborative working environment where fitting in with the team and thriving in a small-office setting is just as important as the skills and experience you bring.

They are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you ll provide financial and administrative support, helping to keep the accounts function running smoothly.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Previous experience working in accounts
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Excel (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret financial data
• A consistently professional and trustworthy individual who demonstrates integrity in all interactions, with particular discretion when handling confidential information
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to develop within a supportive team

What will your role look like?

• Preparing invoices for customers and processing incoming supplier invoices
• Tracking and managing accounts payable and receivable
• Reconciling company bank accounts and supplier statements
• Processing employee expenses and reimbursements
• Recording financial transactions accurately in accounting systems
• Supporting credit control and following up on outstanding payments
• Providing administrative support to the finance department
• Liaising with customers and suppliers on payments and financial queries

What can you expect in return?

• Salary of £26,000 £28,000 per year, depending on experience
• 22 days holiday per year + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Supportive, collaborative working environment within a close-knit team

What s next?

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