Accounts Assistant

Tate; Watford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their supportive team in Watford. This full-time role involves managing sales invoices, customer accounts, and assisting in various accounting functions. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and eager to learn, with strong Excel skills and some experience in finance. Competitive salary and pension contributions offered, along with a friendly workplace culture.

Benefits

Up to 5% employer pension contribution

Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Death in Service benefit

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance or accounts role.
• Strong Excel skills and general IT confidence.
• A good grasp of accounting principles or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Generating and uploading monthly sales invoices.
• Managing customer accounts and resolving queries.
• Processing supplier invoices and ensuring approvals.

Skills

Organisation

Excel

Accounting principles

IT confidence

Flexibility

Tools

Opera software

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Join A Finance Team of 3, as an Accounts Assistant!

Full-Time | Permanent

Are you ready to take the next step in your accounting career? This company is on the lookout for a proactive and experienced Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting functions while working closely with the Financial Controller.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Accounts Assistant plays a key role in keeping the financial operations running smoothly. Your day-to-day activities will include:

Generating and uploading monthly sales invoices (approx. 100)
Managing customer accounts, sending statements and resolving queries
Handling credit control and maintaining accurate customer records
Processing supplier invoices (approx. 250/month) and ensuring correct coding and approvals
Managing credit card payments and employee expenses
Preparing payment runs and processing via BACs
Reconciling bank transactions and supporting general office administration

What They Are Looking For:

The role of Accounts Assistant will suit someone who is organised, tech-savvy and eager to learn. Ideally, you'll bring:

Experience in a similar finance or accounts role
Strong Excel skills and general IT confidence
A good grasp of accounting principles (or a willingness to learn)
Experience with Opera software (a bonus, not a must!)
A flexible, can-do attitude and the ability to juggle multiple tasks

What's In It for You:

This company believe in rewarding their team with a competitive package and a great working environment:

Competitive salary
Up to 5% employer pension contribution
Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Death in Service benefit
25 days holiday (with 3 reserved for the festive season)

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, learn and make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit. Apply now and become a valued part of this company.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application

Job Info

Job Title:

Accounts Assistant

Company:

Tate

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire

Competitive

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 28th 2025

Sector:

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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