Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Location:
Stanford Le Hope, Essex

Contract Type:
Temporary and permanent available

Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per annum

Hours: 08:00am – 16:00pm

Must Drive!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Assistant to join our client’s finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial administration, supporting the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, and ensuring accurate and timely financial processing across the business.

• Manage the accounts inbox, respond to and distribute emails appropriately
• Act as the first point of contact for incoming calls, directing queries as needed
• Process and distribute daily post
• Maintain up-to-date records of subcontractor documentation and CIS verification
• Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks such as updating spreadsheets and records

• Process subcontractor and supplier invoices, ensuring proper approvals and accurate record-keeping
• Input invoices into Sage and maintain the Supplier Payment Spreadsheet in line with payment schedules
• Reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements regularly
• Schedule and process payments through online banking or phone
• Manage and resolve supplier and subcontractor queries promptly

• Maintain and update the Aged Debtors Spreadsheet to ensure accurate customer account information

• Update and reconcile daily transactions, including company credit card and Capital on Tap accounts
• Process expense claims and incoming payments, ensuring accurate documentation and filing

• Maintain and update HR and company property files, ensuring all records are accurate and compliant