Accounts Assistant
- Job Type: Temporary assignment for 3-6 months
- Location: Dorking, parking on site
- Working Hours:32 hours (flexible on whether these are worked across 4 or 5 days)
- Hourly rate: £15.18 per hour PAYE or £18.84 per hour via an Umbrella company.
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis. This role is crucial for maintaining the smooth operation of our financial processes. You will be assisting a small accounts team with data entry and ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Supporting the preparation of financial reports, summaries, and month-end statements.
- Performing accurate data entry and maintaining up-to-date financial records.
- Processing invoices, handling accounts payable and receivable, and managing payments and receipts.
- Addressing inquiries from suppliers, customers, and colleagues regarding accounts and payments.
- Carrying out general administrative duties, including filing, data management, and assisting with internal and external telephone queries for the department.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Currently studying towards AAT qualification or equivalent.
- Experience with purchase ledger and sales invoicing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Intermediate Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for liaising with internal and external parties.
- Good organisational skills, including time management and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively within a small team.
Desirable:
- AAT qualified or a degree in accounting or equivalent.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Knowledge of MRP and QuickBooks.
- Negotiation skills.