Experienced Accounts Assistant

Acorn by Synergie; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team near Swindon. The role offers a starting salary of £28,000 plus a bonus, and supports professional growth toward an AAT qualification. Responsibilities include managing invoices, processing payments, and resolving discrepancies. Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment with generous benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Contributory pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in Accounts Payable.
• Good understanding of foreign currency transactions.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Matching invoices to purchase orders.
• Processing overhead and administration invoices.
• Reconciving supplier statements.

Skills

Intermediate Excel skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Tools

Access Dimensions

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Near Swindon | £28,000 per annum + Company Bonus | Monday to Friday | Hybrid (1 day from home, 4 in office) | Permanent | and the company will fund and support you working towards your AAT qualification

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a small, busy finance team based near Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-established business that offers flexibility, hybrid working, and long‑term career stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Processing overhead and administration invoices.
• Allocating supplier direct debit payments.
• Coding and inputting staff expenses, sales and purchase ledger entries, and credit card statements.
• Reconciling supplier statements and multi‑currency accounts.
• Managing supplier invoice queries and weekly payment runs.
• Preparing HSBC bank templates for authorisation.
• Sending out remittances and processing subcontractor CIS payments.
• Supporting the Accounts Receivable function when required.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of two years experience within Accounts Payable.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Good understanding of foreign currency transactions.
• Experience using IT accounting systems (Access Dimensions experience desirable).
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of numeracy.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a busy office environment, ideally within manufacturing or engineering.
• Professional, positive, and team‑focused attitude.

Working Hours and Benefits

Monday to Friday, 08:30 am – 4 pm.

Hybrid working: two days from home, three office‑based.

Starting salary of £28,000 per annum plus company bonus.

• Free on-site parking.
• Contributory pension and life assurance schemes (after qualifying period).
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant seeking a stable, flexible role with great benefits and a friendly team, apply today. Don't miss this opportunity to join a company that values precision, reliability, and professional growth.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment