Accounts Assistant

SeeMeHired; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

London Paramount Care seeks an organised Accounts Assistant for the head office in Stevenage. You will support the day-to-day running of the Finance Department, including invoices, payments, ledgers, reconciliations and admin tasks.

Working with the Group Financial Controller, you will maintain accurate records, handle queries, and contribute to month-end processes. AAT study and Xero experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous accounts or finance experience with good attention to detail.
• Confident with numbers and a team player.
• Experience with purchase and sales ledgers.
• Foundational understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Familiarity with standard accounting software.
• Desirable: AAT qualification or studying towards one, experience with Xero and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and payments.
• Raising customer invoices and recording payments.
• Maintaining supplier and customer accounts.
• Completing bank reconciliations and checking expenses.
• Investigating payment discrepancies and following up outstanding invoices.
• Supporting month-end procedures and general finance administration.
• Responding to finance queries from colleagues and suppliers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards one

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Xero

Job description

We are looking for an organised and reliable Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team at our head office in Stevenage. Working alongside the Group Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day running of the Finance Department, helping to ensure invoices, payments and financial records are processed accurately and on time. This is a varied role covering purchase ledger, sales ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and general finance administration.,

• Processing supplier invoices and payments.
• Raising customer invoices and recording payments.
• Maintaining supplier and customer accounts.
• Completing bank reconciliations and checking expenses.
• Investigating payment discrepancies and following up outstanding invoices.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Supporting month-end procedures and general finance administration.
• Responding to finance queries from colleagues and suppliers.
  We are looking for someone with previous accounts or finance experience who has good attention to detail, is confident working with numbers and enjoys being part of a team., Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with purchase and sales ledger processes.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work as part of a team.
• Desirable: AAT qualification or studying towards one, experience with Xero and an understanding of VAT.
• Foundational understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Strong numeracy skills and high attention to detail
• Proficiency in using spreadsheet software and general office applications
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desired criteria

• Prior experience working in an accounts assistant or finance administration role
• Familiarity with standard accounting software or systems
  London Paramount Care (LPC) provides care and support to children and adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
• We operate residential care, supported living and community support services, with a focus on helping people live fulfilling lives and achieve greater independence.
• £28,000 annual salary.
• Access to the Blue Light Card scheme, offering discounts across a range of retailers and services.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to a growing care organisation.