Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Full-Time 27000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
KHR - Recruitment Specialists

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Process supplier invoices, raise customer invoices, and assist with credit control.
  • Company: KHR is a successful UK distributor focused on finance roles.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 28 days holiday, free onsite parking, and a company pension.
  • Other info: The role is based in Staplehurst, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
  • Why this job: Join a growing finance team and gain exposure to various accounting functions.
  • Qualifications: Experience in accounts administration and strong Excel skills are required.

The predicted salary is between 27000 - 30000 £ per year.

Are you an organised and detail-focused Accounts Assistant looking for a varied role within a busy and growing business? KHR are working with a successful and growing UK distributor seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance, building relationships with customers and suppliers, and playing a key role in the smooth running of the accounts function.

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll gain exposure to both sales and purchase ledger activities while supporting the wider business with day-to-day financial administration.

Key Responsibilities
  • Purchase Ledger
    • Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
    • Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies
    • Reconciling supplier statements
    • Assisting with supplier payment runs and handling supplier queries
  • Sales Ledger
    • Raising customer invoices and credit notes
    • Uploading invoices via external software platforms
    • Sending customer statements
    • Supporting the resolution of customer account queries
  • Credit Control
    • Posting daily receipts and processing card payments
    • Chasing outstanding balances and maintaining healthy cash flow
    • Monitoring customer accounts and placing accounts on hold where necessary
  • General Accounts Support
    • Maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers
    • Managing finance inboxes and responding to enquiries
    • Assisting with ad hoc finance and administrative duties
    • Handling incoming post and supporting the wider finance function
    • Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times
Candidate Profile
  • Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role
  • Good understanding of accounting processes and procedures
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with spreadsheets
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with customers, suppliers and colleagues
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach and willingness to learn
Benefits
  • Company pension
  • Free onsite parking
  • 28 days holiday
  • Regular team social events
  • Childcare voucher scheme

Accounts Assistant employer: KHR - Recruitment Specialists

KHR offers a dynamic work environment in Staplehurst with regular team social events and a childcare voucher scheme. The finance team is expanding, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

KHR - Recruitment Specialists

Contact Details:

KHR - Recruitment Specialists Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant

Accounts Administration
Purchase Ledger Management
Sales Ledger Management
Credit Control
Invoice Processing
Supplier Reconciliation
Customer Communication