Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Crawley

Up to £30,000

Contract – Until Jan 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including sales and purchase ledgers.
• Process supplier invoices, match them to purchase orders, and prepare payment runs.
• Raise sales invoices and assist with credit control duties by chasing outstanding payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Assist with VAT returns, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support the month-end closing process by preparing journals and reconciling accounts.
• Respond to finance-related queries from suppliers and customers.
• Assist the finance team with ad hoc administrative and financial tasks as required.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, SAP) and MS Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• AAT qualification or currently studying towards (desirable but not essential).