Junior Accounts Assistant — Build Your Finance Career

Cst Training; Dartford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance training provider is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant in Dartford. This entry-level position offers the chance to develop a career in accounting and finance. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial records, managing purchase ledgers, and assisting with month-end activities. Ideal candidates will possess basic accounting principles, familiarity with software like Sage or Xero, and strong organizational skills. Full-time commitment required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidate with a passion for finance and accounting.
• Experience in an accounts or finance role, such as an internship.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with transactions.
• Complete supplier forms, process invoices, and manage payments.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure correct coding of transactions to nominal accounts.
• Assist in processing employee expense claims and verifying documentation.

Skills

Basic understanding of accounting principles

Familiarity with purchase ledger processes

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong attention to detail

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Knowledge of nominal codes

Education

AAT Level 2 or 3 (or working towards qualification)

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

A leading finance training provider is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant in Dartford. This entry-level position offers the chance to develop a career in accounting and finance. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial records, managing purchase ledgers, and assisting with month-end activities. Ideal candidates will possess basic accounting principles, familiarity with software like Sage or Xero, and strong organizational skills. Full-time commitment required.