Temp to Perm Accounts Assistant

Temp to Perm Accounts Assistant

Brentwood, Essex

Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

£12.71 per hour

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy and friendly finance team on a temporary basis. This opportunity would suit someone with some previous accounts experience or an individual who has recently completed, or is currently studying, an AAT qualification and is looking to gain further practical experience within a fast-paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

Processing invoices, payments and purchase orders accurately and efficiently

Reconciling bank statements and supplier accounts

Supporting month-end and year-end finance activities

Liaising with suppliers and external stakeholders to resolve account queries

Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation

Assisting with credit control activities where required

Processing and allocating payments

Supporting the wider finance team with administrative tasks and ad hoc duties

Responding to finance-related enquiries from colleagues and suppliersSkills & Experience

Previous experience within an accounts, finance or office administration role

AAT qualification, or currently studying towards AAT, would be advantageous

Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills

Competent using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload

Good communication skills and a professional telephone manner

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Available to start work immediately or at short noticeThis role would be particularly well suited to someone looking to develop their accounting career and build on their existing finance knowledge within a busy office setting.

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