Accounts Assistant

Wade Macdonald; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company in Staines-upon-Thames is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant. In this role, you will manage sales and purchase ledgers, perform bank reconciliations, and support payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong finance background, excellent organisational skills, and proficiency in Sage. This opportunity offers variety, stability, and a chance for professional development within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Dynamic and engaging workplace

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance role is required.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Sage is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, including invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and oversee petty cash.
• Input weekly timesheets and prepare payroll reports.
• Produce monthly financial reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Trial Balance.
• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly VAT and CIS returns.
• Support general office administration as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Sage proficiency

Accounting knowledge

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Staines - £28,000 / £34,000

Wade Macdonald are currently working with an Engineering company; this well-established organisation delivers services to clients across a range of different industries. With a broad operational scope, they offer employees a dynamic and engaging workplace. They value integrity and honesty, upholding the highest ethical standards in every aspect of their business.

About the Job:

A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Manager across a wide range of responsibilities. This role will provide exposure to every part of the finance function, making it ideal for someone seeking variety and progression.

Duties will include:

• Managing both sales and purchase ledgers, including invoice processing, credit control, reconciliations, and BACS payment runs
• Performing bank reconciliations and overseeing petty cash and Excel-based cashbooks
• Inputting weekly timesheets and preparing payroll-related reports, including weekly staff payments and CIS
• Producing monthly financial reports including P&L, Balance Sheet and Trial Balance
• Preparing and submitting monthly and quarterly VAT and CIS returns
• Supporting with general office administration as required

About the Successful Applicant:

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar finance role, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently. Proficiency with Sage is advantageous, alongside sound accounting knowledge and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What You Will Receive in Return:

You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team with exposure to a wide range of financial operations. The role offers stability, variety, and the chance to develop within an established organisation in a thriving sector.