Accounts Assistant

Involve Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance company in Bridgend is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team in January 2026. This role includes handling financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing VAT returns. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance, solid Excel skills, and proficiency in accounting software like Xero. Opportunities for skill development are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisation.
• Confident handling of financial queries.

Responsibilities

• Input all financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end processes.
• Prepare VAT returns and post journals.

Skills

Excel skills

Accounting software proficiency

Financial communication skills

Education

AAT qualification or currently studying

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

Involve Recruitment are in search of an Accounts Assistant to join a growing and supportive business in Bridgend. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin a new role in January 2026 within a friendly finance team, with plenty of opportunity to develop their skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Input all financial transactions, including sales and purchase invoices, payments, and receipts
• Reconcile all accounts and assist with month-end processes
• Prepare VAT returns and post journals (salaries, PAYE, HP, prepayments, accruals)
• Maintain the fixed asset register and calculate depreciation
• Manage the purchase ledger: match PO's, upload invoices to Xero, and prepare payment runs
• Manage the debtor ledger: raise sales invoices and chase outstanding payments
• Process invoices, purchase orders, and expenses
• Support the Finance Manager with reporting and general finance administration

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role
• Strong Excel and accounting software skills
• Proficient in Xero and/or Sage (Xero preferred)
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisation
• Strong communication skills and confident handling financial queries
• AAT qualification (or currently studying) is desirable

Only candidates commutable to this location will be considered