Accounts Executive

One to One personnel Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an ambitious Accounts Assistant/Executive to join a growing finance team. The role involves managing daily accounting operations and supporting cash flow. Candidates should be working towards an MSc in Finance, AATs, or similar qualifications. The position offers up to £33,000, 25 days of annual leave, a workplace pension, and additional perks.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

1-day WFH after probation

Workplace Pension Scheme

60% Discount on products

Statutory sick pay

Annual pay review and/or bonus

Qualifications

• Working towards MSc in Finance/AATs or other Accounting qualification

Responsibilities

• Preparing E-Commerce Sales reports and reconciling on Styleman weekly.
• Assisting with Weekly Cash Flows & payment runs.
• Monitoring the Accounts inbox.
• Posting Purchase Invoices & Credit Notes onto Sage.
• Posting Sales Ledger Invoices/Credit Notes onto Sage.
• Uploading GmbH Purchase & Sales Ledger invoices onto Datev.
• Reconciling Purchase Ledger accounts.
• Analysing Customer statements with invoices & debit notes.
• Ensuring Invoices/documents are authorised as per company procedures.
• Communicating with Suppliers by phone/email.
• Checking bank statements and updating cash book.
• Archiving important documents as per company procedures.
• Assisting the Financial Controller where necessary.
• Carrying out ad-hoc tasks.

Education

MSc in Finance/AATs or other Accounting qualification

Job description

Watford | Up To £33,000 | Mon-Fri | 9:00-17:30

Are you an ambitious finance professional ready to take the next step in your career?

We’re looking for a detail-driven and proactive Accounts Assistant/Executive to join our client’s growing finance team in Watford. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you’ll play a hands-on role in managing daily accounting operations, supporting cash flow and reconciliations and ensuring the smooth running of financial processes across the business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone working towards their MSc in Finance, AATs or other accounting qualification, who’s eager to expand their skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where accuracy and initiative are valued.

What You’ll Need To Be Considered

• Working towards MSc in Finance/AATs or other Accounting qualification

Roles and Responsibilities

• Preparing E-Commerce Sales reports and reconciling on Styleman weekly
• Assisting with Weekly Cash Flows & payment runs
• Monitoring the Accounts inbox
• Posting Purchase Invoices & Credit Notes onto Sage
• Posting Sales Ledger Invoices/Credit Notes onto Sage
• Uploading GmbH Purchase & Sales Ledger invoices onto Datev
• Reconciling Purchase Ledger accounts
• Analysing Customer statements with invoices & debit notes
• Ensuring Invoices/documents are authorised as per company procedures including chasing line managers for approval
• Communicating with Suppliers by phone/email
• Checking bank statements and updating cash book for all currencies including the E-commerce Sales fee splits
• Archiving important documents as per company procedures
• Assisting the Financial Controller where necessary
• Carrying out ad-hoc tasks

What’s in It for You?

• Up to £33,000 (depending on qualifications & experience)
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional days holiday between Christmas and New Year if the Directors decide to close the business
• Standard working hours 9 to 5:30 - 30 min lunch = 40 hours a week
• 1-day WFH after probation and training at the company’s sole discretion (non-contractual)
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• 60% Discount on our products that we have on Ecommerce
• Sample sales 2+ times a year
• Short Leave – with pre-approval from Line Manager to take up to 2 hours off without deduction from holiday allowance
• Statutory sick pay
• Annual pay review and/or bonus at the Directors discretion

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

Apply now and help us drive financial excellence forward - get in touch with Louise at One to One Personnel