Accounts Assistant

Recruitment Fox Ltd; Havant; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company based in the Havant area is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will handle various financial tasks, support bookkeeping, and collaborate with operational teams. This role offers a competitive salary between £26,000 and £31,000 per annum, along with benefits like a pension scheme, holidays, and professional development support.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Support for professional development

22 days holiday + an extra day for birthday

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts or finance administration, ideally within manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• Proficiency in accounting software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchase and sales ledger transactions.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable.
• Support month-end and year-end bookkeeping procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team-player attitude

Education

AAT or similar bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Job description

Overview

We are actively on the lookout for a Accounts Assistant for our client! Our client is a quickly growing manufacturing company based in the Havant area!

Key Responsibilities

• Handle purchase and sales ledger transactions, supplier invoices, and customer invoicing.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank statement reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end bookkeeping and reporting procedures.
• Provide general administrative support, including expense management and responding to queries.
• Work closely with finance and operational teams on ad-hoc tasks to support business growth.

Requirements

• Previous experience in accounts or finance administration, ideally within manufacturing (desirable).
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and accuracy in financial data management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage).
• AAT or similar bookkeeping qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Team-player attitude with excellent communication skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: £26,000 – £31,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Pension scheme and support for professional development.
• 22 days holiday + an extra day for your birthday.
• Free onsite parking and other company benefits.

Apply today for more information!