Accounts Assistant

Hiredonline Consultancy Ltd; South Crosland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A small chemical manufacturing company is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance team with day-to-day tasks. The role involves processing invoices, performing reconciliations, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong numeracy skills, and be proficient in Excel. The position offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and professional development

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role is essential.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail are required.
• Good conversational and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage bank accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software (e.g. Sage)

Job description

We are a small chemical manufacturing company seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks. Three days per week. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, excellent organisational skills, and a willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Performing bank reconciliations and monitoring company bank accounts
• Assisting with month-end and year-end processes
• Managing petty cash
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
• Supporting credit control by chasing outstanding payments
• Responding to supplier and client queries via phone and email
• Liaising with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations
• Ad-hoc administrative duties and support to the finance team as required

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Familiarity with accounting software e.g Sage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks

Desirable

• Experience in the manufacturing industry
• Drivers licence and own transport as trips to the bank and post office may be required from time to time

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for training and professional development (e.g. support towards AAT)
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)