Accounts Assistant

This client is a leader in the transport and warehousing industry, committed to excellence and continuous growth. Their mission is to deliver outstanding results while fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and professional development. As they continue to expand, they are offering an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join them as an Accounts Assistant within their busy accounts team! This growing company is looking for an Accounts Assistant to perform daily accounting tasks that will support the finance team. Supporting the finance department, financial controller, and management team by completing routine clerical and accounting tasks. Maintaining weekly reports, and completing basic bookkeeping and accounting duties for the company. Location: Colnbrook Head Office Shift pattern: Monday - Friday Annual salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per year, depending on experience. Study support after successful completion of a probation period is available. Please note, the company does not offer sponsorships. Key responsibilities: Reconciling invoices to supplier statement and identifying discrepancies Processing reimbursement forms for employee expenses Issue invoices to customers and external partners, as needed Raise credit notes Entering invoices into invoice platforms Matching purchase orders to supplier invoices Processing purchase invoices for approval Maintain digital and physical financial records Entering financial information into appropriate software programs Assisting the finance department and senior accounting staff members with various tasks, including preparing budgets, records, statements, and with annual audit Handling accruals and prepayments Assisting elsewhere in the finance team where possibleWhat are we looking for from you to join us Some work experience as an Accounts Assistant or Accounting Clerk Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures Good math skills and the ability to spot numerical errors Hands-on experience with MS Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage) Organisation skills Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information AAT Level 2 or 3 qualified or a desire to study AAT QualificationBenefits on offer: 28 days annual leave Free onsite parking Workplace Pension EAP for employees at work Employee committee meeting Mental health and wellbeing Sage Benefits Learning and development