Accounts Assistant
- Hourly Rate: £12.81 - £14.00 (DOE)
- Location: Eastbourne
- Job Type: Temporary (3-month contract but could be extended)
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join one of our clients on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in the construction industry, although this is not essential. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting our accounts team with various financial tasks.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Assisting with the preparation of financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Completing purchase orders and managing payroll.
- Completing bank reconciliations.
- Entering financial information into appropriate software programs.
- Managing company ledgers.
- Handling accruals and prepayments.
- Managing monthly budgeting tasks.
- Encoding accounting entries for data processing.
- Sorting financial documents and posting them to the proper accounts.
- Reviewing computer reports for accuracy and meticulously tracing errors back to their source.
- Resolving errors in financial reports and correcting faulty reporting methods.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant or in a similar role.
- Experience in the construction industry is advantageous but not essential.
- Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g. SAP).
- An AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not necessary.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Opportunity to gain industry-specific experience.
- Supportive team environment.
To apply for this Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this temporary role.