Accounts Assistant

Confidential; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, based near Ipswich, is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support a busy finance team. The role focuses on reconciling banking records, processing customer payments, and maintaining accurate ledgers while assisting with month-end tasks.

You will work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure timely, precise financial data and responsive customer service. This entry‑level opportunity is ideal for someone starting in finance, offering growth through hands-on work, training, and

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential for accurate records.
• Demonstrates continuous improvement mindset.
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues.
• Flexible and supportive team player.

Responsibilities

• Process daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Maintain up-to-date records of banking transactions and documents.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and unmatched items promptly.
• Process and reconcile customer payments and refunds.
• Post transactions to the accounting system within agreed timescales.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Respond to queries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Carry out general admin tasks to support the finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Numeracy

Literacy

Confidentiality

Experience in similar role

Education

GCSE level

Job description

MacKenzie King are proud to be working with one of our award winning and trusted partners, based in Ipswich, close to the A14 and other major transport links. This Accounts Assistant role will sit within their long standing and supportive finance team, providing key support to the wider business as it continues to grow and succeed. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues to ensure accurate records of customer payments are maintained and that any issues or queries are resolved promptly, helping to deliver the highest levels of customer service. Working alongside the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in ensuring service standards are met while managing a high-volume workload accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their finance and accounting career, offering the chance to develop new skills, gain valuable experience and build a strong foundation for future professional growth.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Process daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all banking transactions and supporting documentation.
• Investigate, reconcile, and resolve outstanding items, discrepancies, and unmatched transactions in a timely manner.
• Process and reconcile customer payments and refunds.
• Post financial transactions to the accounting system within agreed timescales.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Respond to queries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Carry out general administrative tasks to support the finance team as required.

Qualifications and experience

• Be accurate and have a high attention to detail
• Dedication to continuous improvement
• Act confidentiality and with professionalism
• Able to work collaboratively with others
• Be flexible with and supportive of others
• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent)
• Good general numeracy and literacy skills
• Previous experience working in a similar role

Reference: 887643