Accounts Assistant
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28-35k per year DOE
Location: Bedfordshire
We are now seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the Office Manager and wider team to ensure accurate financial records and smooth day-to-day operations. This is a permanent position Mon-Friday and would suit a proactive individual who enjoys ownership, variety and responsibility.
You will work with a wide range of clients, from sole traders to limited companies across multiple sectors. Customer records are maintained using Xero and a hire management system called Point of Rental. The role combines accounts responsibilities with general administration, requiring close collaboration with sales, purchase ledger and customer service teams.
Key Responsibilities;
Reconciliation of month-end accounts
Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions
Running invoices for both hire and sales
Processing customer account applications
Credit control and management of aged debtors
Uploading and maintaining invoices on customer portals (e.g. Tradex, Coupa)
Damage reporting for hire equipment and raising invoices
Ensuring proforma invoices are paid prior to dispatch
Stock transfers, purchasing and valuation reporting
Supporting stock take and reconciliation processes
Monitoring and managing accounts inboxes
Assisting customer service teams by raising sales orders and purchase orders
Booking and coordinating transport where required
Requirements;
Previous experience in an accounts or accounts administration role
Confident using accounting software (Xero experience desirable)
Comfortable with Microsoft Office and office-based systems
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