Accounts Assistant
Accounts Assistant
- Salary: Circa £25k per annum plus Company Wide Bonus and benefits
- Location: Hybrid working, Bath
- Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support our Finance Director and Senior Finance Manager in delivering robust financial control and reporting to our business. This role offers a blend of hybrid working, with 1-3 days office-based per week depending on needs, at our head office in Bath.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:- Build effective working relationships with the Senior Finance Manager, Finance Director, and departments.
- Deliver an efficient debt-chasing process and maintain the sales ledger.
- Raise sales invoices with accurate coding and ensure contact details are correct between sales and finance systems.
- Process invoices, assist with supplier and client queries, and complete new supplier forms. Ensure timely payment to suppliers.
- Reconcile bank and credit card statements.
- Assist in payroll preparation and make wage payments to staff, handling contributions to HMRC.
- Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and ad hoc finance projects.
- Support P&L management and preparation.
- Manage and coordinate emails relating to Finance matters.
- Provide ad hoc support with data analysis and projects.
- 2+ years of experience in a similar role within an SME environment.
- Good working knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong time management and excellent organisational skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Educated to A-level or equivalent.
- Proactive with a positive attitude and a can-do approach.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and able to handle sensitive information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Methodical in approach.
- Working towards AAT or similar qualification.
- Generous holiday allowance (25 days plus bank holidays and 1 day for your birthday).
- Health scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Pension scheme (NEST).
To apply for the Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Reference: 52595824
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