Accounts Assistant

Achieve Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career progression opportunities

Life assurance (3x annual salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

Eyecare voucher scheme

Company pension with employer contrib.

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Staff discount scheme

Birthday day off

Job summary

Achieve Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Swindon to join a fast-paced finance team. You will maintain accurate financial records, process invoices, handle cashbooks, and support day-to-day accounting tasks in a busy environment.

The role requires organised individuals with strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise workloads. Salary up to £30,000 per annum and full-time hours offer solid progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, or similar finance role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and administrative skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain vehicle stock records accurately.
• Enter and reconcile invoices and bank transactions.
• Maintain cashbooks and associated financial records.
• Ensure all accounting information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies where required.
• Support the wider finance team with administrative and accounting tasks.
• Manage and communicate information efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain clear and organised records in line with company procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Driving licence

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Role: Accounts Assistant

Location: Swindon

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours per week

Are you a highly organised Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced and supportive business? We’re seeking a detail-oriented individual to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the day-to-day accounting function.

The Opportunity

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate processing and maintenance of financial records relating to vehicle stock, invoices, cashbooks, and bank transactions. You’ll help keep financial systems running efficiently while ensuring all records are updated promptly and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain vehicle stock records accurately.
• Enter and reconcile invoices and bank transactions.
• Maintain cashbooks and associated financial records.
• Ensure all accounting information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies where required.
• Support the wider finance team with administrative and accounting tasks.
• Manage and communicate information efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain clear and organised records in line with company procedures.

About YouWe’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, or similar finance role.
• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Can effectively prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Has strong communication and administrative skills.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary up to £30,000
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Long service and loyalty awards
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Life assurance (3x annual salary)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Company pension with employer contributions
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff discount scheme
• Additional day off for your birthday