Are you looking for a role where you can build a long-term career in finance? Are you ready to join a friendly, supportive team that will invest in your training and help you develop valuable accounting skills? If you're organised, eager to learn, and enjoy working with numbers, we'd love to hear from you.

Admiral Harding, a leading ship supplier based in Avonmouth, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Accounts Team.

Whether you already have some accounting experience or are looking to start a career in finance, we'd love to hear from you.

Previous accounts knowledge is advantageous but not essential, as we provide full training and ongoing support to help you develop your skills and succeed in the role.

About the Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

You will work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and customers to ensure financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase & Sales Ledger

• Accurately process and input invoices into the accounting system.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where required.
• Ensure invoices are authorised in line with company procedures.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
• Resolve supplier and customer account queries promptly and professionally.
• Prepare payment requests and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate account records and supplier information.
• Process company credit card expenditure.

General Duties

• Provide support to other members of the Accounts Team as required.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
• Ensure a consistently high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist with other administrative and finance-related tasks to support the smooth running of the department.

What We're Looking For

Skills & Competencies

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Able to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above), or equivalent.
• Good levels of numeracy and literacy.
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Word.
• Previous experience in Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, or a finance administration role is beneficial but not essential.
• Full training will be provided for the right candidate.

About You

You will be:

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn.
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A strong team player with a positive attitude.
• Well organised and proactive in your approach.
• Comfortable communicating with people at all levels.

What We Offer

• Full on-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing business.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your finance and administration skills within a well-established company, we'd love to hear from you.