Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Crawley (Hybrid Working)

Up to £35,000

Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Finance Manager in managing day-to-day accounting operations.
• Processing invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely and accurate manner.
• Reconciling bank statements and handling discrepancies.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing reports.
• Handling queries related to accounts and providing customer support where necessary.
• Supporting with VAT returns and other tax-related tasks.
• Assisting with payroll processing as required.
• General administrative support to the finance team.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero).
• Excellent MS Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, etc.).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• AAT qualification (or working towards) is preferred but not essential