Accounts Assistant | Month-End & Ledger Leadership

Hireful Agency; Erith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment agency in Erith is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting tasks, overseeing the Purchase Ledger team, and ensuring accurate month-end and year-end reporting. Ideal candidates will have experience in an accounting-related role and strong skills in Excel and accuracy. This position offers a salary of £30k to £35k along with various benefits including holidays and a healthcare plan.

Benefits

23 days' holiday rising to 28 days with length of service

Pension aligned with auto‑enrolment

Healthcare plan

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Finance Assistant role.
• Preferably qualified to AAT Level 2 or above (or working towards it).
• Excellent organisation and confidence to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock reporting, fixed asset and lease accounting.
• Deliver accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
• Oversee a team of two in Purchase Ledger.
• Ensure invoices are processed accurately and on time.

Skills

Strong accuracy

Excel skills

Experience in Accounts Assistant role

Organisation

Education

AAT Level 2 or above

Tools

SAP

Job description

A finance recruitment agency in Erith is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Finance team. The role involves managing day-to-day accounting tasks, overseeing the Purchase Ledger team, and ensuring accurate month-end and year-end reporting. Ideal candidates will have experience in an accounting-related role and strong skills in Excel and accuracy. This position offers a salary of £30k to £35k along with various benefits including holidays and a healthcare plan.