Accounts Assistant

Confidential; Truro; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Holiday entitlement 24–28 days

Buy extra days

Induction programme

Learning opportunities

Staff discounts

Social events

Job summary

Confidential in Truro is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team. You will manage payments, invoices and reconciliations, supporting colleagues across departments in a busy environment.

The role offers a 35-hour week, permanent contract, and benefits including private medical insurance, income protection, and generous holiday entitlement that increases with service. Part-time arrangements may be considered for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in Accounts.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Flexible and solution-driven.
• GCSE Maths at grade 6 or above.

Responsibilities

• Manage payment queries from internal teams and Members.
• Handle payments, direct debit instructions and refunds.
• Make calls to Members to discuss late or missing payments.
• Process invoices and set up purchasing and claims payments.
• Handle and prepare for banking all monies received in accordance with agreed company procedures.
• Complete bank reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

GCSE Maths (grade 6+)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Assistant Finance Assistant Accounts Administrator

Truro £26,000-£28,000 depending on skills and experience 35 hours per week 5 days Permanent

Introduction

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to work from our Truro office, as part of our Finance Team and in collaboration with other departments.

Part-time hours, with a minimum of 25 hours per week over a 5-day week, may be considered.

What We Offer

• 35-hour week, supporting a great work-life balance.
• Private medical insurance and income protection cover.
• 24 days' holiday, increasing to 28 days per year with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• The option to 'buy' an extra 5 days per year after a qualifying period.
• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities, including professional memberships and relevant qualifications.
• Up to 25% discount on products and access to exclusive Member discounts on other everyday essentials.
• Company events to support social wellbeing.

Key Duties

• Manage payment queries from internal teams and directly from Members.
• Manage and handle payments, direct debit instructions and refunds of insurance premiums.
• Make calls to Members to discuss late or missing payments.
• Process invoices and set up purchasing and claims payments.
• Handle and prepare for banking all monies received in accordance with agreed company procedures.
• Complete bank reconciliations.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in Accounts.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service, administrative and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
• Flexible and solution-driven.
• GCSE Maths at grade 6 or above.

Interested?