Assistant Accountant

Robert Walters UK; St Albans; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in St Albans is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support their finance team. With a salary between £35,000 and £40,000, the role includes processing transactions, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end reporting. The position offers flexible working options, ongoing training, and a collaborative workplace culture that values attention to detail.

Benefits

Company specific benefits

Ongoing training

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all financial tasks.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger transactions and input invoices accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries professionally.
• Assist with weekly BACS payment runs and credit control activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Excel

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assistant Accountant Based in Hertfordshire

£35,000 - £40,000 plus experience

About the Role

An established and growing business based in St Albans is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their friendly finance team. You'll work closely with an experienced Financial Controller, supporting all aspects of day-to-day accounting and gaining exposure across both private and commercial client accounts.

This role offers flexible working options, ongoing training, and a truly collaborative, inclusive workplace where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will be valued and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger transactions and input invoices accurately into accounting and CRM systems.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries professionally and promptly.
• Assist with weekly BACS payment runs, sales invoicing, and credit control activities.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and VAT return preparation.
• Prepare CIS deduction statements, process expense claims, and assist with month-end reporting.

About You

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all financial tasks.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage (training provided).
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a supportive team.
• Reliable, adaptable, and motivated to develop your accounting career.

What's on Offer

• £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience plus company specific benefits.
• Initially full time in office.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture.

Ready to take the next step?

If you have the relevant experience then please APPLY now or send your CV to [e-mail].

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.