Accounts Assistant

We're recruiting for an established business based in Brackley who are looking for a confident, all round Accounts Assistant to join their small and friendly finance team.

With a team of just two in finance, this is a hands-on, varied role that would suit someone who enjoys working across both accounts and admin and is happy getting involved in the day-to-day running of the function.

About the role:

You'll be supporting across both purchase and sales ledger, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and managing customer and supplier queries.

There's a good mix of finance tasks and communication, so you'll need to be organised, accurate, and able to keep on top of deadlines.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitoring banking activity and completing monthly reconciliations


• Processing purchase and sales invoices


• Chasing outstanding invoices and minimising aged debt


• Managing the accounts inbox and liaising with suppliers


• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries


• Submitting VAT returns


• Providing telephone support to customers when needed

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in an accounts and/or credit control role


• Confident using SAGE or a similar accounts package


• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, can do attitude


• Friendly and professional communication skills


• Someone happy working in a small team where flexibility is key

What's on offer:

• Permanent, full-time role (8:30 - 5pm - 40 hours per week)


• Office based role


• 23 day holiday plus bank holidays


• Salary between £26,000 and £28,500 depending on experience


• Supportive team and a varied, engaging role with plenty to get involved in