Accounts Assistant
Gillingham, Kent
£30,000 - £33,000 Pro Rata
24 Hours Per Week Permanent Up to Full-Time Hours Available During First 12 Months
during maternity leave, Flexible Working Hours
A rare opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit and well-established business where culture genuinely matters.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a supportive finance team based in Gillingham. Initially covering a maternity leave, this role offers a unique opportunity to work additional hours (up to 40 hours per week) during the first 12 months, before becoming a permanent part-time position of 24 hours per week when the current post-holder returns.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and become an integral part of a business that values teamwork, positivity, integrity and having fun at work.
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on position with responsibility for:
Sales Ledger
Purchase Ledger
Nominal Ledger
Credit Control
Bank Reconciliations
Payment Runs
Supporting the Finance Director with day-to-day finance activities
Whilst the role covers all aspects of transactional finance, a significant proportion of your time will be focused within the Sales Ledger function. The company operates a highly effective credit control process, resulting in no bad debts.
What We're Looking For
Minimum 3 years' experience in an Accounts Assistant preferred or similar finance role
Strong understanding of Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Nominal Ledger and Credit Control
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Confident using finance systems and able to quickly learn bespoke software (MAMS) with in-house video instructions provided
Good Microsoft 365 skills
Organised, proactive and able to manage workload effectively
Best practice training will be provided from the outset so active listening is important
A positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude
Personal Qualities
We're looking for someone who will thrive within a close-knit team environment. Honesty, reliability, integrity and a genuine willingness to support colleagues are essential.
Our clients culture is built around being supportive, approachable and maintaining a positive working environment. We believe work should be enjoyable as well as rewarding, and our client is proud to offer a workplace where people genuinely enjoy being part of the team.
As we often say:
"We spend a lot of time at work, so it's important that we enjoy it.
What's On Offer
£30,000 - £33,000 pro rata
Permanent position
Training from a Qualified Accountant
Opportunity to work up to full-time hours during the first 12 months
Flexible working arrangements
Supportive and friendly team environment
Stable, established organisation
Excellent work-life balance
If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you'll be valued as both a finance professional and a member of the team, we'd love to hear from you