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Accounts Assistant
Staplehurst
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
£27,000 - £30,000 DOE
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
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Type: Permanent Location: Staplehurst, England
Start: 30/07/2026
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £30000 per annum + Holiday, Pension, Parking
Posted: 2026-07-14 17:22:12
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A leading principal contractor is currently looking for a permanent Executive Assistant & Business Support Coordinator to provide proactive support to the Senior Management Team and Contracts Managers, coordinating business administration, reporting, and office operations in Hampshire.Start Date: Immediate Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (DOE) Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday (standard office hours) — hybrid working with time split between the London and Andover officesDuties:
Coordinate diaries, meetings and appointments, preparing agendas, minutes and action lists for the leadership team
Update company and departmental reporting, gather KPI information, and produce weekly business performance reporting
Coordinate onboarding, HR administration, and payroll expense summaries
Support sales and commercial administration, including customer presentations and tender submissions
Requirements:
Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA, Office Management or Business Administration role
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, with strong organisation and written communication
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Experience coordinating meetings and administration
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Type: Permanent Location: Andover, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £45000.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-13 17:07:03
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An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant to join a well-established provider of business communication and security technology solutions.
As a Senior Finance Assistant / Senior Accounts Assistant, you will take ownership of key finance processes, support month-end activities and provide guidance to junior members of the finance team.
This full-time role offers salary range of £32,000 - £38,000and benefits.
You will be responsible for
* Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns across multiple entities.
* Managing intercompany invoicing, recharges and reconciliations.
* Reconciling intercompany balances and resolving any discrepancies.
* Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts.
* Posting accruals, prepayments and month-end journals.
* Assisting with month-end close and the preparation of management accounts.
* Processing and reviewing sales and purchase invoices.
* Managing supplier payment runs and reconciling supplier statements.
* Maintaining accurate sales, purchase and nominal ledgers.
* Monitoring aged debtors and creditors, resolving outstanding balances.
* Clearing historic unreconciled items and processing authorised write-offs.
* Reconciling balance sheet control accounts and maintaining supporting schedules.
* Acting as a senior point of contact within the finance team, providing support and guidance to Finance Assistants.
What we are looking for
* Previous experience in a Senior Finance Assistant, Senior Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Officer, Finance Executive or in a similar role.
* Possess 5 years of experience within finance environment
* Must have experience working within multi-entity environment.
* Proven experience preparing VAT returns, intercompany accounting, including invoicing, reconciliations and transactions.
* Strong knowledge of accruals, prepayments, journals and month-end processes.
* AAT qualified, part-qualified or qualified through relevant practical experience.
* Confident carrying out bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Experience maintaining accurate financial ledgers and robust financial controls.
* Strong working knowledge of Sage 50.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
* Experience using an ERP system is highly preferable.
If youre an experienced finance assistant looking for a varied role where you can make an immediate impact and support a busy finance team, this is an excellent opportunity.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chelmsford, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £38000 Per Annum
Posted: 2026-07-09 18:37:48
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Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor - Milton Keynes Full Time | Basic Salary up to £29,000 + £1,000 End of Year Bonus | Excellent Benefits
Zest Optical are working alongside a premium optical lens manufacturer to recruit an Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor for their Milton Keynes site.
This role is ideal for someone with a glazing or optical lab background, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical knowledge who enjoys working with lenses in detail and solving more complex queries.
It's a great opportunity to move into an office-based, customer-facing role while staying firmly within the technical side of optics.
With a full manufacturing and glazing facility on site, you'll be working closely with production, customer service, and sales teams, supporting independent opticians across the UK and applying your practical optical knowledge on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Provide technical support to customers, Customer Service colleagues, and the Sales Team
Handle complex enquiries relating to lenses, glazing, and production, ensuring issues are resolved through the correct channels
Support the customer returns process, offering technical guidance and helping resolve more complex cases
Assist customers with e-ordering, remote edging, and tracing services
Troubleshoot and provide practical technical solutions related to spectacle lenses and manufacturing processes
Customer Service
Receive and process customer orders accurately via phone, email, and online systems
Manage orders through production and keep customers informed on progress and delivery times
Respond to enquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, promotions, and account queries
Handle customer issues and complaints professionally, managing expectations clearly
General Duties
Work closely with internal teams including production and sales to support customer requirements
Follow all company and departmental processes and procedures
Manage workload effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Continue to build technical product knowledge through structured training
Requirements
Background in an optical glazing lab or optical manufacturing environment, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical and lens knowledge
Good practical understanding of spectacle lenses and glazing processes
Experience in a customer service or technical support role within optics
Confident using Microsoft Office and customer or order management systems
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Personable, confident, and comfortable working with customers and colleagues at all levels
Salary & Benefits
Basic Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
£1,000 end of year bonus
Additional Christmas bonus
20 days holiday rising to 25 with service
Monday to Friday with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (09:00 - 12:00, paid as overtime)
Rotating shifts
Week 1: 08:30 - 17:00
Week 2: 09:30 - 18:00
HealthShield cashback scheme for health checks including dental and optical
Employee Assistance Programme
Group Life cover
Ongoing training and long-term career development opportunities
If you are currently working in an optical lab, glazing environment, or as a technically strong Optical Assistant and are looking for a role that moves you away from the shop floor while keeping you close to the technical side of optics, this could be a strong next step.
Apply Now To apply, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: Milton Keynes, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £29000 per annum + Bonus
Posted: 2026-07-07 16:28:03
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Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor - Milton KeynesFull Time | Basic Salary up to £29,000 + £1,000 End of Year Bonus | Excellent Benefits
Zest Optical are working alongside a premium optical lens manufacturer to recruit an Optical Customer Technical Support Advisor for their Milton Keynes site.
This role is ideal for someone with a glazing or optical lab background, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical knowledge who enjoys working with lenses in detail and solving more complex queries.
It's a great opportunity to move into an office-based, customer-facing role while staying firmly within the technical side of optics.
With a full manufacturing and glazing facility on site, you'll be working closely with production, customer service, and sales teams, supporting independent opticians across the UK and applying your practical optical knowledge on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Support
Provide technical support to customers, Customer Service colleagues, and the Sales Team
Handle complex enquiries relating to lenses, glazing, and production, ensuring issues are resolved through the correct channels
Support the customer returns process, offering technical guidance and helping resolve more complex cases
Assist customers with e-ordering, remote edging, and tracing services
Troubleshoot and provide practical technical solutions related to spectacle lenses and manufacturing processes
Customer Service
Receive and process customer orders accurately via phone, email, and online systems
Manage orders through production and keep customers informed on progress and delivery times
Respond to enquiries regarding products, pricing, availability, promotions, and account queries
Handle customer issues and complaints professionally, managing expectations clearly
General Duties
Work closely with internal teams including production and sales to support customer requirements
Follow all company and departmental processes and procedures
Manage workload effectively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Continue to build technical product knowledge through structured training
Requirements
Background in an optical glazing lab or optical manufacturing environment, or an experienced Optical Assistant with strong technical and lens knowledge
Good practical understanding of spectacle lenses and glazing processes
Experience in a customer service or technical support role within optics
Confident using Microsoft Office and customer or order management systems
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Personable, confident, and comfortable working with customers and colleagues at all levels
Salary & Benefits
Basic Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
£1,000 end of year bonus
Additional Christmas bonus
20 days holiday rising to 25 with service
Monday to Friday with 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (09:00 - 12:00, paid as overtime)
Rotating shifts
Week 1: 08:30 - 17:00
Week 2: 09:30 - 18:00
HealthShield cashback scheme for health checks including dental and optical
Employee Assistance Programme
Group Life cover
Ongoing training and long-term career development opportunities
If you are currently working in an optical lab, glazing environment, or as a technically strong Optical Assistant and are looking for a role that moves you away from the shop floor/lab while keeping you close to the technical side of optics, this could be a strong next step.
Apply NowTo apply, please send your CV to or call 0114 238 1726 for more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: Milton Keynes, England
Salary / Rate: £29000 - £30000 per annum + Bonus
Posted: 2026-07-07 16:26:07
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ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
MARKET HARBOROUGH
£30,000 to £35,000 + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY
We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing SME based in Market Harborough that is looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant to support its finance function.
Working closely with the Finance Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Finance Assistant who enjoys working in a hands-on SME environment.
The role offers broad exposure across transactional finance, with responsibility for both purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, alongside wider finance administration and month-end support.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT ROLE
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department.
Processing and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments and employee expenses
Managing supplier accounts and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records
Raising sales invoices, allocating customer payments and supporting credit control activities
Performing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies where required
Preparing payment runs and processing electronic payments
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are posted correctly
Assisting with month-end processes and management reporting
Supporting VAT return preparation and compliance activities
Producing finance reports and assisting with general finance administration
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency within the finance function
THE PERSON
Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Assistant or similar finance role
Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger & credit control processes
Ideally experience working within an SME environment
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues
Competent Excel and finance system skills
TO APPLY
If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a friendly and growing business in Market Harborough, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.
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Type: Permanent Location: Market Harborough, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £30000.00 - £35000.00 per annum + + Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-04 18:54:19
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An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a well-established accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory services for small businesses, contractors, landlords, and individuals
As a Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a varied client portfolio, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and key deadlines are consistently achieved.
This role offers a salary range of £27,000 - £33,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing bookkeeping activities for a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
* Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions.
* Reconciling bank accounts and control accounts.
* Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero.
* Liaising with clients to obtain financial information and resolve bookkeeping queries.
* Supporting the preparation of VAT returns, management accounts and year-end financial information.
* Ensuring all bookkeeping work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
* At least 3 years experience within a small accountancy practice.
* Good understanding of UK bookkeeping procedures and VAT requirements.
* Experience using Xero is preferred (training can be provided)
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Professional approach when dealing with clients.
Whats on offer
* Competitive salary.
* Flexible working hours.
* Company pension.
* Medical benefits.
* Long-term sickness cover.
* Paid overtime where required.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Free on-site parking.
* Flexible annual leave entitlement.
* Duvet days.
* Support for professional subscriptions.
* Genuine opportunities for career progression.
* Varied workload with responsibility and autonomy.
* Ongoing professional development and support.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunity to develop long-term client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Bookkeeper looking to join a supportive and progressive accountancy practice.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Alloa, Scotland
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £33000 Per Annum
Posted: 2026-07-03 13:11:38
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An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper to join a well-established accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory services for small businesses, contractors, landlords, and individuals
As a Bookkeeper, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a varied client portfolio, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and key deadlines are consistently achieved.
This role offers a salary range of £27,000 - £33,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing bookkeeping activities for a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
* Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions.
* Reconciling bank accounts and control accounts.
* Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero.
* Liaising with clients to obtain financial information and resolve bookkeeping queries.
* Supporting the preparation of VAT returns, management accounts and year-end financial information.
* Ensuring all bookkeeping work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
* At least 3 years experience within a small accountancy practice.
* Good understanding of UK bookkeeping procedures and VAT requirements.
* Experience using Xero is preferred (training can be provided)
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Professional approach when dealing with clients.
Whats on offer
* Competitive salary.
* Flexible working hours.
* Company pension.
* Medical benefits.
* Long-term sickness cover.
* Paid overtime where required.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Free on-site parking.
* Flexible annual leave entitlement.
* Duvet days.
* Support for professional subscriptions.
* Genuine opportunities for career progression.
* Varied workload with responsibility and autonomy.
* Ongoing professional development and support.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunity to develop long-term client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Bookkeeper looking to join a supportive and progressive accountancy practice.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Alloa, Scotland
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £33000 Per Annum
Posted: 2026-07-03 12:40:33
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ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / PURCHASE LEDGERHULL (OFFICE BASED)£27,000 to £32,000 (DOE) + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY:We're partnering with a successful SME business in Hull that's looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team.Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant with strong Purchase Ledger and Accounts Payable experience.
You'll take ownership of key transactional finance duties while supporting the wider finance function in a varied and hands-on role.THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Managing the end-to-end Purchase Ledger and Accounts Payable function
Processing and reconciling supplier invoices, payments, and staff expenses
Preparing payment runs and processing electronic payments
Performing supplier statement and bank reconciliations
Handling supplier queries and maintaining accurate Purchase Ledger records
Supporting Sales Ledger activities, including invoicing, statements, receipt allocation, and credit control
Assisting with VAT Returns, Month-End, and Year-End processes
Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting reporting requirements
Supporting process improvements, automation, and AI-led efficiencies
Providing ad hoc support to the Financial Controller
THE PERSON:
Current experience as an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Payable Assistant, or Finance Assistant role.
Strong Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience
Experience processing invoices, supplier payments, reconciliations, and expenses
Ideally AAT Qualifications
Experience within an SME environment would be advantageous
Good Excel and finance systems skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
TO APPLY:Please send your CV for this Accounts Assistant opportunity via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Type: Permanent Location: Kingston Upon Hull, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £32000 per annum + +Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-01 10:31:03
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OPERATIONS ASSISTANT LONDON UP TO £38,000 + HYBRID WORKING + EXCELLENT PROGRESSION + GLOBAL BUSINESS
THE OPPORTUNITY:Are you a highly organised graduate or early-career professional looking for a varied role where no two days are the same?Do you enjoy coordinating projects, supporting multiple teams and keeping things running efficiently while still having exposure to marketing and commercial activities?Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established global business that has been operating within the pharmaceutical sector for over 30 years.
Following continued growth in the UK, they are looking to appoint a Business Executive to support their expanding commercial operation.This is a broad and varied position, working closely with the Senior Marketing Manager, Medical Director, Sales team and Account Managers.
You'll play a key role in supporting marketing activity, coordinating projects, managing administrative processes and ensuring the wider commercial team operates effectively.The role would suit someone who is exceptionally organised, commercially aware and looking to develop a long-term career within a growing international business.THE ROLE:
Provide day-to-day operational support to the UK commercial team.
Coordinate projects across Marketing, Sales, Medical and Customer-facing teams.
Support the delivery of marketing campaigns and commercial initiatives.
Assist with creating and coordinating marketing materials and communications.
Manage internal processes, documentation and reporting to ensure projects remain on track.
Liaise with internal stakeholders across multiple departments to support business objectives.
Assist with market research, competitor analysis and commercial reporting.
Coordinate meetings, events and wider business activities.
Support lead generation and wider sales administration where required.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase operational efficiency.
THE PERSON:
Degree educated, ideally in Marketing, Business, Management or a similar discipline.
Experience within a Marketing, Business Support, Commercial or Operations role.
Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong communication skills with the confidence to work across different departments.
Commercially minded with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence working with business systems.
Positive, ambitious and eager to develop within a fast-growing business.
Experience within pharmaceuticals, healthcare or another regulated industry would be advantageous, but is by no means essential.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Perm
Salary / Rate: £35000.00 - £38000.00 per annum + Hybrid + Benefits
Posted: 2026-06-30 23:35:04
