Part-Time Accounts Assistant: Sage Pro & Study Support

Buchan and London Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to support the finance team in London. This part-time role involves various accounting and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should understand accounting principles and be proficient in Sage 50, ideally while studying for an accounting qualification like ACCA or AAT. The position offers a salary range of £25k to £30k pro rata, along with benefits such as holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Salary – £25k to £30k (Depending on experience) pro rata

14 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

Support with studying

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations in Sage.
• Set up new customer accounts in the Sage accounting system.
• Process purchase invoices accurately.
• Assist with the monthly bill run process.
• Monitor and reconcile customer direct debits.
• Prepare and post journal entries as directed.
• Assist with credit control activities.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department.
• Maintain financial data accuracy.

Skills

Understanding of accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software (Sage 50)

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (ACCA, AAT)

Tools

Sage 50

Direct debits software

Ability software

Job description

A financial recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to support the finance team in London. This part-time role involves various accounting and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should understand accounting principles and be proficient in Sage 50, ideally while studying for an accounting qualification like ACCA or AAT. The position offers a salary range of £25k to £30k pro rata, along with benefits such as holiday and a pension scheme.