Account Assistant
Location: Royston
Salary: £14-17ph - 10-14 hours per week - Temp to Perm
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support our finance operations on a part-time basis. This role offers flexibility across 2 or 3 days per week and is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience in both sales and purchase ledger functions.
You’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting wider finance team.
Key Responsibilities for an Accounts Assistant
Sales Ledger
* Process daily BACS receipts and cheques
* Investigate and resolve unallocated receipts, liaising with customers
* Generate and issue invoices
* Raise credit notes and request refunds
* Handle customer queries professionally and efficiently
Purchase Ledger
* Process supplier invoices and staff expenses
* Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice or payment queries
* Enter and allocate supplier payments
* Reconcile supplier balances
Credit Control
* Monitor and manage aged debtor balances
* Meet agreed KPIs for credit control
* Open new customer credit accounts and review credit limits
* Identify and flag high-risk customers
Month-End Duties for an Account Assistant would include;
* Assist with account reconciliations and reporting
* Support payroll processes in coordination with a third‑party accountant
Were looking for an Accounts Assistant with;
* Strong communication skills and a confident, professional manner
* Ability to juggle and prioritise a varied workload
* Proven experience in both sales and purchase ledger
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
* No formal qualifications required, but practical experience is essential
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