Accounts Assistant / Administrator

Accounts Assistant / Administrator Location: Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire Salary: GBP27,000 GBP30,000 per annum Working Pattern: Office-based, five days per week About the Role Are you an ambitious, organised and forward-thinking individual with a keen eye for detail Do you enjoy working with numbers, supporting a busy finance team and contributing to the success of a growing business We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Administrator to join our finance team at our Bishop s Stortford office. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the Accounts Department, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accounts experience who is looking to develop their skills and make a valuable contribution to a growing business. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of financial processes, strong IT skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Key Responsibilities • Accounts Receivable: Prepare and issue sales invoices, ensuring they are processed accurately and in a timely manner. • Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices and ensure payments are made within agreed deadlines. • Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile company bank accounts and investigate any discrepancies. • Client Payments: Process and handle customer payments both over the telephone and face-to-face. • Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Assist with balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date. • Petty Cash and Company Credit Cards: Maintain petty cash records and process company credit card transactions. • Fixed Assets: Assist with maintaining fixed asset registers and recording relevant transactions. • Financial Data and Reporting: Work with large datasets, maintain accurate financial records and prepare reports as required. • General Accounts Administration: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the finance team and assist with other finance-related duties as required. About You To be successful in this role, you will be organised, proactive and comfortable working in a busy environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Essential Skills and Experience • AAT Level 2 qualification. • Previous and recent experience in a similar Accounts Assistant or Accounts Administrator role. • Strong IT and computer skills, with the ability to work confidently with financial data and spreadsheets. • A good understanding of accounting processes, including sales and purchase ledger activities and reconciliations. • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. • A professional approach to handling confidential and sensitive financial information. • The ability to manage your workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. • A positive, flexible and team-oriented attitude, with the ability to work independently when required. What We Offer • A competitive salary of GBP27,000 GBP30,000 per annum, depending on experience. • The opportunity to join a busy and growing business. • A varied role with exposure to a broad range of finance and accounting activities. • The opportunity to contribute to the continued success and development of the business. How to Apply If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your up-to-date CV along with a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role. No agencies please.