Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant - Tiptree, Essex

Ref: 451Wednesday 20 November 2024

£28 - £30k

Accounts Assistant - Tiptree 

  • £28 - £30k
  • 100% office based 
  • Full-time or part-time across 5 days

Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about finance? We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our small but dynamic finance team.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our finance operations while contributing to the overall success of the business.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Payable processing using a semi-automated system (overheads, bill of materials, UK and foreign transactions).
  • Processing supplier payment runs.
  • Maintaining and updating the sales ledger.
  • Ensuring customer accounts are accurate and up to date.
  • Accruals and prepayment postings.
  • Posting transactions into Sage Accounting.
  • Investigating invoice discrepancies and resolving queries.
  • Reconciling supplier statements.
  • Maintaining the vehicle database.
  • Assisting with quarterly VAT returns.
  • Posting expense claims.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A team player comfortable working in a small team.
  • Strong commercial and business awareness.
  • Excellent communication skills to build relationships at all levels.
  • Proficient in IT systems with an analytical mindset.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, can-do attitude.
  • Quick learner and self-starter.

What’s in It for You?

We offer a range of perks to make working with us rewarding:

  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Discounts at multiple retailers
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Cycle2Work scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Pension via salary exchange
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free parking on-site