Accounts Assistant

Howett Thorpe; Lindford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Howett Thorpe in Bordon, Hampshire, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. You will support accounts payable, data entry, reconciliations and reporting activities to help ensure accuracy and efficiency.

This permanent role offers an opportunity to build your career in finance with a friendly team and room to develop accounting skills and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and organised accountant support role.
• Experience in accounts payable, data entry and reporting helps.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and comply with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable processes and invoice payments.
• Handle data entry of financial transactions and records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities with reconciliations.
• Maintain up-to-date financial documents and correspondence.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and statements as required.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounts department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Proactive problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Data entry

Tools

Accounting software

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.