Accounts Assistant £28k-£32k -Growing company!

Officeangels; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels in Ringwood is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the busy finance team. You will help with purchase and sales ledgers, process transactions, and maintain accurate records across the business.

This permanent, full-time role starting ASAP offers a salary of £28,000–£32,000 per year, with Monday to Friday hours. You will contribute to month-end activities and help keep financial data clean and compliant.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, or similar finance role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and general bookkeeping processes.
• Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders.
• Assisting with sales ledger administration, including raising and issuing invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.
• Processing payments and supporting credit control activities.
• Posting daily bank transactions and carrying out bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and preparation of financial reports.
• Monitoring accounts inboxes and responding to finance-related enquiries.
• Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks.
• Ensuring all financial documentation is filed accurately and maintained in line with company procedures.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Bookkeeping

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Independent working

Teamwork

Job description

Do you enjoy keeping finance operations running smoothly while supporting a busy team?

If you're someone who takes ownership, anticipates needs before they arise, and takes pride in delivering high-quality admin support then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

JOB TITLE: Accounts Assistant

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: Monday to Friday, full-time hours

START: ASAP

SALARY: £28,000pa - £32,000pa

LOCATION: Ringwood

We're looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a growing construction company, where no two days are the same. You'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function, assisting with purchase and sales ledger administration, processing transactions, and helping to ensure accurate financial records are maintained across the business.

Could this be your next career move?

• Processing purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders.
• Assisting with sales ledger administration, including raising and issuing invoices.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.
• Processing payments and supporting credit control activities.
• Posting daily bank transactions and carrying out bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and preparation of financial reports.
• Monitoring accounts inboxes and responding to finance-related enquiries.
• Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks.
• Ensuring all financial documentation is filed accurately and maintained in line with company procedures.

Is this you?

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, or similar finance role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and general bookkeeping processes.
• Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently whilst also contributing positively to a team environment.
• Proactive and willing to support the wider finance function as required.

Office Angels are an equal opportunities employer