Assistant Accountant

Harvey John; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable SME in Brighton is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage accounts, handle financial reporting, and maintain accurate records using Xero. Applicants should be AAT qualified or equivalent with strong bookkeeping experience, ready to work independently in a fully onsite setting. The role offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience, with temp to perm potential.

Benefits

Temp to perm position

Opportunity for impact in a growing business

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or equivalent experience is necessary.
• Solid bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Handle invoice finance and oversee debtor/creditor management.
• Prepare financial reports for review by SLT.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Financial reporting

Accounts payable/receivable management

Proactive approach

Education

AAT qualified or qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Job description

Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

Brighton, East Sussex (Fully On site)

Temporary to permanent

£35,000-£40,000

We’re partnering with a well established, privately owned SME business in the heart of Brighton to recruit a Senior Bookkeeper to join the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, working as part of a close-knit team, and making a real impact in a growing business.

You’ll play a key part in the smooth running of the finance function, taking ownership of the day-to-day accounts and ensuring accurate financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Handling invoice finance and overseeing debtor/creditor management
• Preparing and running financial reports for review by SLT
• Managing payment runs and schedules
• Providing accurate and timely figures to support business decision-making
• Maintaining Xero records to a high standard

About You

We’re looking for a confident finance professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload in an SME environment.

Requirements:

• AAT qualified or qualified by experience
• Solid experience across bookkeeping
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
• Confident in managing AP/AR, reconciliations, and reporting
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently in a fully onsite role

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)
• Temp to perm position with long-term potential
• Opportunity to play a key part in the ongoing success of a dynamic SME