Accounts Assistant - Ashtead, United Kingdom - Reed

    Reed
    Reed Ashtead, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Accounts Assistant
    • Annual Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum
    • Job Type: Full-time

    We are currently seeking a diligent Accounts Assistant to join our team within a thriving SME. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our finance department with day-to-day accounting tasks. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organised, and has a passion for finance.

    Day-to-day of the role:
    • Assisting with the preparation of financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable.
    • Completing purchase orders and managing payroll.
    • Completing bank reconciliations.
    • Entering financial information into appropriate software programs.
    • Managing company ledgers.
    • Coordinating internal and external audits.
    • Verifying balances in account books and rectifying discrepancies.
    • Handling accruals and prepayments.
    • Managing monthly budgeting tasks.
    • Encoding accounting entries for data processing.
    • Sorting financial documents and posting them to the proper accounts.
    • Reviewing computer reports for accuracy and meticulously tracing errors back to their source.
    Required Skills & Qualifications:
    • Proven experience as an Accounts Assistant or in a similar role.
    • Familiarity with finance regulations.
    • Good maths and calculation skills to manage financial records.
    • Excellent organisational skills.
    • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP).
    • Strong attention to detail and an ability to analyse large amounts of data.
    • Qualifications (AAT, ACCA or equivalent) are preferred but not essential.
    Benefits:
    • Competitive salary range of £27k - £30k.
    • Opportunity to work within a dynamic SME environment.
    • Exposure to a variety of financial operations.
    • Support for professional development.

    To apply for this Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.