Accounts Assistant

Pinpoint Resourcing; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Bookkeeper in Harlow, United Kingdom, to handle daily bookkeeping tasks, maintain financial records, and reconcile accounts. The ideal candidate will have accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency in Xero accounting software. This position requires excellent communication and organizational abilities, as well as a keen attention to detail. Offering a competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000, with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Proficient in Xero accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and invoice processing.
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, receipts, and purchase orders.
• Reconcile bank accounts on a daily basis.

Skills

Accounting experience

MS Office (Excel)

Xero accounting software

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Team collaboration

Job description

Duties:

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and invoice processing
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, receipts, and purchase orders
• Reconcile bank accounts on a daily basis
• Set up and manage customer accounts, including direct debit arrangements
• Support payment runs for accounts payable
• Process employee expenses and supplier payments
• Monitor the accounts inbox and handle customer and supplier inquiries
• Reconcile supplier and customer account balances
• Carry out credit control activities
• Communicate with suppliers regarding payment schedules
• Collaborate with other departments to address account-related issues

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Proficient in Xero accounting software
• Excellent communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Salary + other information:

• 30,000 - 32,000 DOE
• 3 days in the office

If you are interested in hearing more, please apply today!

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications for this advertisement, it is with regret that we may only be able to contact those applicants successful in being shortlisted. However, your application for this or any further roles, may mean that we are able to contact you when additional vacancies become available. Should you not want this to be the case, please feel free to contact us directly to ensure we are aware of your wishes.

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