Accounts Assistant

Time Appointments are working on behalf of a fantastic, well-established client and specialist in their field, who are looking to welcome an Accounts Assistant to their friendly team based in Clacton-on-Sea.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated and detail-oriented finance professional who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting a range of accounting functions, including purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger activities, whilst ensuring the day-to-day finance operations run smoothly and accurately.

Key Duties & Responsibilities Include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently


• Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions


• Matching, coding and processing invoices and dealing with supplier queries


• Raising sales invoices and allocating customer payments


• Reconciling supplier and customer accounts


• Assisting with bank reconciliations and general ledger postings


• Processing payments and supporting credit control activities


• Assisting with month-end procedures and financial reporting


• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records


• Investigating and resolving account discrepancies


• Assisting with VAT returns and other routine accounting requirements


• Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team


• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business to ensure financial processes are completed accurately and on time

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role


• Good knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and general ledger processes


• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy


• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes


• Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting software, preferably Sage 50


• Excellent organisational and time-management skills


• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal


• Ability to work independently while also being a proactive team player


• A methodical and organised approach to work


• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

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