Accounts Assistant
đź“Ť Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex - Must Drive
đź“„ Contract Type: Temporary & Permanent Opportunities Available
💷 Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum
⏰ Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Are you an organised, motivated individual with a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail?
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team in Stanford-le-Hope.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in finance — whether you’re looking for a long-term role or immediate temporary work, you’ll be joining a company that values teamwork, precision, and professional development.
🌟 What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll play a key role in keeping the finance department running smoothly — supporting invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and day-to-day admin tasks.
General Administration
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Manage the shared accounts inbox and respond to queries promptly.
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Be the first point of contact for calls and correspondence.
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Handle daily post and maintain accurate subcontractor and CIS records.
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Keep spreadsheets and company records up to date, assisting with ad hoc admin tasks as needed.
Accounts Payable
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Process supplier and subcontractor invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.
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Record invoices in Sage and maintain supplier payment schedules.
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Reconcile statements, prepare payments, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
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Resolve queries quickly and professionally.
Accounts Receivable
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Update and maintain the Aged Debtors report to keep customer accounts accurate and current.
Banking & Expenses
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Reconcile daily transactions, including company credit card and Capital on Tap accounts.
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Process staff expenses and incoming payments with full documentation.
HR & Records Support
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Keep HR and company property files organised, accurate, and compliant.
💡 What We’re Looking For
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Previous experience in an Accounts or Finance Assistant role (preferred but not essential).
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Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy.
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Confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
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Experience using Sage or similar accounting software (advantageous).
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Good Excel and general IT skills.
🎯 Why You’ll Love This Role
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Join a welcoming and collaborative team.
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Opportunities for both permanent and temporary placements.
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A varied role with real opportunities to learn and grow.
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Competitive salary and supportive working environment.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to be part of a company that values its people — we’d love to hear from you