Accounts Assistant - Kingston, Surrey - Hybrid - £30,000

Ashdown Group; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well established tech business in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Finance Assistant to support finance operations and maintain accurate records. The role requires strong attention to detail, and knowledge of accounting software is advantageous. The salary is up to £30,000 plus benefits and bonus. A hybrid work model is offered, with two days required in the office.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using Xero, Sage or other cloud-based accounting software would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices, credit notes, and purchase orders.
• Managing the list of weekly payments.
• Managing credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and help resolve discrepancies.
• Support debtor management.
• Assist with month-end processes.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data.
• Respond to finance-related queries.
• Ad-hoc project work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Xero

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Finance Assistant - Kingston, Surrey - Hybrid - £30,000

Study support offered after passing of probation.

A well established and growing tech business are looking for a bright, motivated Finance Assistant to join them. As the Finance or Accounts Assistant you will support the Finance Team with accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and records, as well as providing general administrative support. This role is key in ensuring smooth day-to-day finance operations and maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.

Please note - two days per week are required in the office.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices, credit notes, and purchase orders.
• Managing the list of weekly payments.
• Managing credit card reconciliations and obtaining missing invoices.
• Assist with weekly and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and help resolve discrepancies.
• Support debtor management, including monitoring outstanding payments and assisting with credit control.
• Assist with month-end processes such as journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial data within the accounting system (e.g. Xero).
• Respond to finance-related queries from staff, suppliers, and customers professionally and promptly. Assisting with the annual audit process.
• Ad-hoc project work where required; Administration: Opening post and distributing to the correct staff and departments.

Qualifications / Skills

• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using Xero, Sage or other cloud-based accounting software would be advantageous.

The salary on offer is up to £30,000 plus benefits and bonus.