Accounts Assistant

Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Office based)

Salary: £25k + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Client:

Our client is a prestigious company known in its field as a market leader, a recent winner of Best Employer 2024 in the Sunday Times with state-of-the-art offices located in Chelmsford.

The Role:

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be pivotal in supporting the finance department, handling diverse accounting responsibilities essential for the seamless operation of financial activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in accounting within a supportive and professional environment.

Responsibilities:



* Review and reconcile debtors, and chasing late payments internally


* Assisting with the processing of refunds on a daily basis


* Report discrepancies to the relevant departmental manager


* Code & post invoices on a timely basis


* Reconcile invoices to statement for daily & monthly payment runs


* Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations


* General administrative duties as and when required


* Posting monthly direct debits/receipts and making daily payments


* Assist the management teams by resolving any accounting queries


* Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in the accounting system


Requirements:



* Previous experience working in a similar role.


* Skilled in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software.


* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.


* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.


* Strong verbal and written communication skills.


Benefits:



* Competitive Salary + Company Benefits


* Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth.


* A friendly and collaborative team culture.


* State-of-the-art office facilities and a positive working environment.


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Keywords: Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Accounts Technician, Accounts Clerk