Accounts Assistant

Howett Thorpe; Knaphill; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant in Woking. This full-time role involves managing the sales ledger, liaising with sales departments, and performing bank reconciliations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. Competitive salary up to £30,000 per annum, with benefits including flexible hours and parking.

Benefits

35 hour working week

Flexible working hours

Car parking onsite

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in an accounts position.
• Previous experience in a similar position.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Sales Ledger/Credit Control function.
• Liaise closely with the sales department to manage debtors.
• Monthly bank reconciliations on all bank accounts.

Skills

Communication skills

Accounts management

Credit control

Education

AAT or QBE

Job description

This market-leading, global organisation based in Woking are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team. You will be joining their UK operation that has a stable team and offers great career stability. Furthermore, this role will be mainly office based and must be a car driver to commute to their offices. A brilliant role for an experienced Accounts professional who enjoys working in a varied role and is looking for their next challenge.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Woking, Surrey

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

Reference no: 15905

Accounts Assistant Benefits

• 35 hour working week- 8am till 4pm
• Flexible working hours
• Car parking onsite
• Pension scheme

Accounts Assistant About The Role

In this role you will be working alongside the Finance Manager and will be supporting with the daily running of the finance function. This is a varied, hands-on position and will be working closely with various departments. Your key responsibilities will be:

• Managing the Sales Ledger/Credit Control function, monitoring balances and credit terms.
• Liaise closely with the sales department to manage and contact debtors as necessary.
• Monthly bank reconciliations on all bank accounts.
• Maintain cashbooks, post receipts and payments in sales and purchase ledgers in a timely manner.
• Check supplier statements and communicate with the purchasing department.
• Post supplier invoices on the system to match orders.
• Process supplier payments by BACS following approval from the Finance Manager.
• Generate VAT analysis file as authorised by the Finance Manager.
• Foreign currency petty cash and managing monthly expenses.

The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

• Previous experience in a similar position
• Minimum of 3 years experience in an accounts position
• AAT or QBE candidates will be considered
• Ability to communicate at all levels

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics.