Accounts Assistant

Elizabeth Michael Associates LTD; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in England is seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide vital support to the finance and accounting team. You will ensure accurate processing of financial transactions, maintain records, and assist with reports and compliance. The ideal candidate has prior experience and strong skills in numerical accuracy and Microsoft Excel. This is a full-time position with a salary ranging from £26,000 to £30,000.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Accounts Assistant is required.
• Ability to process financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and IT.

Responsibilities

• Process and record day to day financial transactions accurately.
• Assist in preparing invoices, purchase orders and credit notes.
• Maintain and reconcile customer and supplier accounts.

Skills

Previous Accounts Assistant background

Understanding the importance of processes

Numerical accuracy and attention to detail

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage employee records and documentation effectively

Microsoft Excel & general IT skills

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location: Nottingham, NG7

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm

Purpose of the role

The purpose of an Accounts Assistant is to provide vital support to the finance and accounting team by ensuring accurate, timely and efficient processing of financial transactions.

This role helps maintain financial records, assists in the preparation of reports, monitors invoices and payments and supports compliance with accounting policies and regulations.

Supporting with day to day financial tasks and offering administrative support, the Accounts Assistant contributes to the smooth operation of the finance function.

Key duties

• Process and record day to day financial transactions accurately
• Assist in preparing invoices, purchase orders and credit notes
• Maintain and reconcile customer and supplier accounts
• Support month end and year end financial closing processes
• Prepare and process payments, receipts and bank reconciliations
• Monitor outstanding debts and assist with credit control activities
• Help prepare financial reports, budgets and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations
• Provide administrative support to the finance team, including filing and data entry

Key skills

• Previous Accounts Assistant background
• Understanding the importance of processes
• Numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage employee records and documentation effectively
• Microsoft Excel & general IT skills