Accounts Assistant

• Annual Salary: £28,000 to £30,000
• Location: Wickford
• Job Type: Full-time NO HYBRID

We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role is suited for a detail-oriented individual with a knack for numbers and a passion for finance. As an Accounts Assistant, you will support our daily accounting tasks and contribute to the efficient operation of our finance department.

• Assist with routine accounting duties including processing transactions, maintaining cost reports, and managing invoices.
• Support the preparation of budgetary reports and financial statements.
• Reconcile invoices and identify discrepancies.
• Create and update expense reports.
• Process reimbursement forms.
• Prepare bank deposits.
• Enter financial transactions into internal databases.
• Check spreadsheets for accuracy.
• Maintain digital and physical financial records.
• Issue invoices to customers and external partners, as needed.
• Review and file payroll documents.
• Participate in quarterly and annual audits.

• Proven work experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Familiarity with finance regulations.
• Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors.
• Hands-on experience with MS Excel and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks).
• Organization skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
• AAT qualification or working towards an accounting degree is advantageous.