Job Description
Accounts AssistantLocation: Old Harlow, EssexSalary: £24,000 - £30,000 depending on experienceJob Type: Full-time | Office-based An established professional services firm based in Old Harlow is looking to recruit a reliable and organised Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is a varied and hands-on role supporting the Accounts Manager with day-to-day finance tasks, while also assisting with basic on-site IT support and wider administrative responsibilities within the business. The position would suit someone with previous accounts experience who enjoys working in a structured, professional environment and is looking to further develop their career.Key Responsibilities
* Assisting with day-to-day office account transactions
* Supporting the Accounts Manager with daily accounting and financial administration tasks
* Processing invoices, payments and expenses
* Assisting with bank reconciliations and financial record keeping
* Supporting occasional client account transactions when required
* Providing basic first-line IT support for office staff (e.g. login issues, printers, software access)
* Liaising with external IT providers where necessary
* Assisting with practice management administration and internal documentation
* Supporting ad-hoc finance and operational projects
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in an accounts or finance-related role
* Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
* Good organisational and administrative skills
* Confident IT user, including Microsoft Office
* Professional and confidential approach to work
Desirable
* Experience within a legal or professional services environment
* Familiarity with legal accounting processes or compliance frameworks
Personal Attributes
* Reliable and well organised
* Proactive with a willingness to learn
* Professional and approachable manner
* Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-established organisation in a varied role offering exposure to accounts, operational support and systems administration.Salary: £24,000 - £30,000 depending on experience.