Accounts Assistant

MSV; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant at Brands Hatch. In this full-time role, you'll manage purchase and sales ledger duties, ensuring accuracy in financial records and assisting with credit control. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in accounts, be detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office. Benefits include competitive pay, holiday entitlement, and access to discounts. A full UK driving license is required due to limited public transport.

Benefits

Competitive pay + benefits

Up to 31 days holiday

Discounted food and drink

Free parking

Access to discounts at hundreds of shops

Training opportunities

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Previous accounts experience working with a high volume of invoices.
• High level of detail and accuracy.
• Confident in communicating with various departments across the business.

Responsibilities

• Matching, checking, and coding invoices accurately.
• Monitoring the ledger accounts inbox and responding to queries.
• Assisting with sales ledger management and raising invoices.
• Handling supplier queries and resolving discrepancies.
• Preparing BACS payments in line with deadlines.
• Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining records.
• Reconciling supplier statements efficiently.
• Filing and organizing invoices for smooth audit processes.

Skills

Accounts experience

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

A level standard or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a motivated and detail oriented Accounts Assistant to join the Finance team at MotorSport Vision in a group role supporting all five of our UK race circuits: Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Snetterton, Oulton Park, and Cadwell Park. This varied position will involve around 80% purchase ledger work, with the remaining 20% focused on sales ledger duties and credit control support, giving you the opportunity to gain experience across different areas of the finance function.

Working closely with the Accounts Controller, you’ll play an important part in ensuring the Purchase Ledger is accurate and up to date, fully reflecting the company’s purchases. You’ll also provide support with other finance tasks as required, helping the department run efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Matching, checking, and coding invoices – ensuring all invoices are accurate, coded to the correct accounts, and comply with company procedures
• Monitoring the ledger accounts inbox – reviewing incoming emails, logging invoices, and responding promptly to supplier and internal queries
• Assisting with the management of the sales ledger – raising invoices, allocating payments, and supporting the Accounts Controller with credit control when required
• Handling supplier and internal queries – investigating discrepancies and resolving issues quickly and professionally
• Preparing BACS payments – collating and processing payment runs in line with company deadlines, ensuring suppliers are paid on time
• Setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining existing records – entering accurate details into the system, updating information, and ensuring compliance with internal controls
• Reconciling supplier statements – checking balances against company records to identify and correct any variances
• Filing and organising invoices – maintaining an efficient and accurate filing system to support smooth audit and reporting processes

You will be / have

• Previous accounts experience working with a high volume of invoices
• Educated to at least A level standard or equivalent
• High level of detail and accuracy
• Confident in communicating with various departments across the business
• Strong Microsoft package experience (Word, Excel & Outlook)

Benefits

• Competitive pay + benefits
• Up to 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Access to our MSV Advantage platform, giving you access to discounts at 100s of shops across the UK
• Discounted food and drink when working on site
• A staff pass allowing access for yourself and a plus one to attend events at all MSV circuits (including BTCC & BSB)
• Access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing services
• Training opportunities
• A workplace pension
• Free parking

This is a permanent, 42.5 hour a week full time Accounts Assistant position based in the office at Brands Hatch Race Circuit, DA3 8NG. Due to our location, you’ll be required to have a full UK driving licence as public transport options are limited.

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