Accounts Assistant Job at Swanley, Kent Full Time NEW

Role | Accounts Assistant
Areas | Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Reconciliations, Credit Control, Month End Support
Based | Swanley, Kent
Working Pattern | Office Based
Offer | £35,000

Hi

Our client is a growing organisation seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Swanley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid background in finance administration who is looking to take ownership of key accounting processes within a busy and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of day to day finance operations, supporting the Finance Manager and wider business through accurate financial processing, reporting and reconciliations.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will:

• Process and manage high volumes of purchase invoices, ensuring accurate coding and approvals.
• Raise and issue sales invoices while maintaining accurate customer records.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, supplier statements and key balance sheet accounts.
• Monitor outstanding debtors and support credit control activities to improve cash flow.
• Process employee expenses and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist with month end and year end finance activities.
• Prepare financial reports and Excel based analysis for management.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support finance administration across the business.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders to resolve finance queries efficiently.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant role.
• Strong purchase ledger, sales ledger and reconciliation experience.
• Experience supporting month end processes.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reporting and data analysis.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage or similar.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• AAT qualified or actively studying towards a finance qualification would be advantageous.

What we offer:

• Salary of £35,000.
• Office based role in Swanley.
• Company pension scheme.
• On site parking.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.