Accounts Assistant

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Accounts Assistant for an immediate start in Ipswich, with a contract lasting 6 months. The role involves managing daily accounting tasks, maintaining financial records, and supporting the finance team with various administrative duties. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in an accounts assistant role and possess strong customer service skills complemented by proficiency in accounting software.

Benefits

Hybrid and remote working

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role required.
• Experience in Accounts Receivable and Credit Control essential.
• Must have previously worked within an Accounts Assistant role.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining organized and accurate financial records.
• Assisting with preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Unit 4

Job description

ARE YOU AN ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT AND AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY?

CASANOVAS RECRUITMENT HAVE A 6 MONTH CONTRACT WITH AN IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE.

The role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Assistant to support our client within the finance team. The ideal candidate will assist in managing daily accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. This role is crucial in maintaining clear financial records and supporting the broader finance function.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintaining organised and accurate financial records, both digital and physical
• Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks to keep the accounting department running smoothly
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and invoices
• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and reconciliation
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Maintain and update accounting records and files
• Processing invoices, both purchase and sales invoices, and ensuring they are accurate, and payments are tracked
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies
• Raising credit notes
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors on financial matters
• Support audits and financial reviews
• Perform administrative duties as needed within the finance department

Skills required:

• Must have previously worked within an Accounts Assistant role
• Experience in Accounts Receivable
• Experience in Credit Control
• High level of customer service and confidence to deal with difficult situations
• Proven experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Unit 4 or similar)
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Hybrid and remote working
• A supportive and collaborative work environment