Junior Accounts Assistant (Part time)

To provide efficient support to the finance team by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with day-to-day accounting activities. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of basic accounting principles and be keen to develop their career within finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter financial data accurately into Sage 50 accounting software.
• Produce and process customer invoices.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile customer, supplier, and bank accounts.
• Check and verify bank payments and receipts.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Ensure all financial documents are correctly filed and archived.
• Support month-end processes as required.
• Perform general administrative duties within the finance department.
• Provide finance-related information and administrative support to the partners and operations team as required.
• Double-entry bookkeeping
• Filing and record management
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

Skills & Knowledge

• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with hands-on experience using formulas
• Knowledge of Sage 50 accounting software.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The right to work in the UK.

Experience

• Min 1year previous experience in an accounts, finance, or administrative role.
• Min 1 year experience processing invoices and reconciling accounts would be advantageous.
• Experience working in a small to medium-sized business environment.
• Knowledge of VAT and basic accounting procedures.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Proactive and willing to learn.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Professional and confidential in handling financial information.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.

Hours

• 10–12 hours per week on average, varying with workload.
• More time will be needed during invoicing periods and quarterly close, with fewer hours in quieter weeks. Timing will be agreed in advance with the Finance Manager.
• Once a week working from our office in London

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