Accounts Assistant

• Annual Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
• Location: Basildon, 
• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote after settling in)

Join our team as a Finance/HR Administrator. This role is not just about managing finances and payroll; it involves a blend of accounts, HR, administrative, and health & safety tasks. We are looking for someone with a proactive attitude who is ready to dive into various challenges and contribute to our dynamic environment.

• Provide cover for Accounts Payable staff and assist with payroll processes.
• Manage posting of overhead expenses on Sage and handle credit control activities.
• Process payments and handle customer and supplier queries efficiently.
• Conduct duty and VAT account reconciliations along with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts and audits.
• Liaise with the Operations team to check for customer payments and release jobs on hold.
• Work with the Sales team to set up new sales accounts on internal systems and review customer credit applications.
• Maintain up-to-date internal systems and complete credit applications for purchases.
• Manage office health & safety and keep relevant documentation current, including fire safety and desktop assessments.
• Assist with annual insurance renewals and the onboarding of new starters.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required to support various departmental needs.

• Significant experience in finance and payroll administration.
• Familiarity with Sage and other accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with various internal teams.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is advantageous.

• Hybrid working flexibility with up to 1 day a week from home after settling in.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for every 2 years of service.
• Statutory pension scheme.
• Company social events every quarter, including activities like escape rooms, top golf, go-karting, and bowling.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

To be considered, please3 apply today!