Accounts Assistant - Buchan and London Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: London

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Finance Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of accounting principles, be proficient in accounting software (particularly Sage 50), and be studying towards a professional qualification such as ACCA or AAT.

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform daily bank reconciliations in Sage.

· Set up new customer accounts in the Sage accounting system and on Billing platform

· Process Purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

· Assist with the monthly bill run process.

· Setting up, monitoring and reconciling customer direct debits.

· Prepare and post journal entries as directed.

· Assist with credit control activities, including monitoring outstanding debts and following up with customers.

· Support the preparation of VAT returns.

· Provide general administrative support to the finance department and other departments, including filing, scanning, and document management.

· Maintain financial data accuracy and support month-end and year-end processes.

Skills and Qualifications:

· understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping.

· Proficiency in accounting software, ideally Sage50 or similar.

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Strong organisational and time-management skills.

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, AAT).

Desirable:

· Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts assistant role.

· Understanding of UK VAT regulations.

· Previous experience of using direct debits software.

· Previous experience using the software Ability.

Benefits:

· Salary - £25k – £30k (Depending on experience)

· 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

· Company pension scheme.

· Support with studying.