Accounts Assistant
Sittingbourne
Up to £30,000
Monday–Thursday (8am–5pm, early finish Friday)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a busy and growing finance team based in Sittingbourne. This role is ideal for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is looking to develop their skills and gain broader exposure within a supportive environment.
The Role
Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you’ll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role offering exposure across multiple areas of finance, with opportunities to get involved in month-end activities and develop your skillset further.
Key Responsibilities
1. Handling a high volume of supplier invoices, ensuring they are checked, coded and processed efficiently
2. Keeping supplier accounts accurate, including investigating and resolving any discrepancies
3. Carrying out regular bank reconciliations and assisting with the monitoring of cash flow
4. Managing staff expenses and company card transactions, ensuring all submissions meet internal guidelines
5. Supporting internal transactions between group entities, including raising and reconciling entries
6. Assisting with invoicing related to stock and ensuring records are kept up to date
7. Providing support during the month-end process, helping to ensure deadlines are met
8. Maintaining organised and accurate financial records across systems
9. Assisting with general finance administration and responding to internal queries
About You
10. Previous experience in a similar Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant role
11. Strong understanding of accounts payable and reconciliations
12. Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems
13. Highly organised with strong attention to detail
14. Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
15. A proactive team player with a positive attitude
What’s on Offer
16. Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
17. Early finish on Fridays
18. Supportive and collaborative team environment
19. Opportunities for development and progression within finance
20. Exposure to month-end and broader accounting responsibilities
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their finance career and build towards a more senior accounting role.