Accounts Assistant

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a growing business in Bordon, Hampshire. The role supports the finance function with data entry, bookkeeping and supplier invoices.

This permanent position offers the opportunity to develop accounting skills within a friendly team, emphasising accuracy, organisation and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounts payable and data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Experience with accounting software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Manage data entry tasks related to financial transactions, maintaining records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date financial documents and correspondence.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements as required.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounts department to enhance efficiency.

Job description

A growing business in Bordon are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team. The successful candidate will support a range of accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build or further develop a career within Finance.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Bordon, Hampshire

Salary: £30k

Reference no: 16139

Accounts Assistant - About The Role

The Accounts Assistant will provide administrative and accounting support to the finance function, assisting with accounts payable, financial data entry, reconciliations and reporting activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Manage data entry tasks related to financial transactions, maintaining records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date financial documents and correspondence.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements as required.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounts department to enhance efficiency.

The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good communication and teamwork
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience using accounting software is beneficial
• Previous experience in a similar role is beneficial but not essential.