Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Hybrid – Milton Keynes Salary: Up to £28,000 Contract: Permanent Start Date: Immediate Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a fast-paced finance team based in Milton Keynes. This permanent position offers hybrid working and the chance to start immediately. The ideal candidate will have strong experience using SAP and will be confident working across a range of accounting functions, including expenses, supplier management, banking, and month-end support. Key Responsibilities: Expenses: Process and post all employee expenses in SAP. Manage corporate credit card statements: distribute, check, ensure proper approvals, post to SAP, and arrange timely payments. Suppliers: Handle invoices from suppliers paid via Direct Debit. Ensure correct approvals are obtained and invoices are posted in SAP. Prepare the weekly payment run for expenses in line with the Finance timetable. Communicate with suppliers to resolve any queries. Conduct sanction screening for all new suppliers and customers. Banking & Cash Book: Download and post daily EUR & USD bank statements from NatWest to SAP. Reconcile EUR and USD bank accounts on a weekly and monthly basis. Set up and manage Direct Debits. Accounting & Finance Support: Assist the part-time Credit Controller with customer statements, invoices, and credit control duties. Support the month-end financial close process. Liaise with external auditors during the annual audit. Generate ad-hoc financial reports from SAP and Protean as required. Ideal Candidate: Proficient in SAP Strong attention to detail and time management skills. Confident communicator with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Assistant looking to develop within a supportive environment. The role offers a mix of office and home-based work, with a competitive salary and immediate start