Accounts Assistant (12 month FTC)
As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the finance function with a range of day-to-day accounting activities, helping ensure financial records are accurate, organised and up to date.
This is a varied role where you will work closely with internal teams and customers, supporting financial processes that keep the business operating smoothly.
The role would suit someone organised, detail-focused and comfortable working with financial systems in a busy operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing monthly collections and supporting the process of chasing outstanding invoices
* Processing card payments over the phone and allocating payments to customer accounts
* Completing end-of-day finance processing tasks
* Coordinating the credit note approval process
* Accurate financial data entry and maintenance of accounting records
* Supporting month-end and year-end financial activities
* Liaising with customers and internal departments regarding payment queries
* Maintaining organised records in line with company procedures
* Supporting ad-hoc operational purchasing tasks when required
What We’re Looking For
The successful Accounts Assistant will have:
* Previous experience working in an accounting or finance support role
* Strong data entry skills and excellent attention to detail
* Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
* Confidence communicating with colleagues and customers regarding finance queries
* Familiarity with accounts payable procedures or general ledger processes
* Comfort using accounting systems and Microsoft Office
Experience within a financial services or product-based environment would be beneficial but is not essential.
Experience using Business Central would be advantageous.
Hours, Location & Working Arrangement
Full-time, Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:30 - Office-based role
Location: Victor Way, Radlett Road, Colney Street, St Albans, AL2 2FL
Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Salary & Benefits
£28,000 – £29,500 per year
Additional benefits include:
* Free parking
* 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Christmas shutdown
* Pension scheme
* Free on-site canteen with breakfast and snacks
* Team lunch provided every Monday
* Stable opportunity within an established and growing UK manufacturer
* Opportunity to develop accounting experience in a collaborative finance team
If you are looking for an Accounts Assistant role where you can develop your finance career while contributing to a successful and innovative business, this could be an excellent opportunity.
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