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Accounts Assistant

Howett Thorpe
Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Farnham, Surrey GU103RG, England

Salary

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A reputable family-run organization on the outskirts of Farnham is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team of three.
  • The role involves daily finance operations, including monthly reconciliations, journal postings, and VAT returns, while providing support to the Finance Manager.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in a similar position, with Xero knowledge being advantageous, and strong attention to detail is essential.
  • The position offers a flexible working pattern, onsite car parking, and a pension scheme, with a salary ranging from £25,000 to £30,000 per year.
  • Applicants should have at least two years of relevant experience to qualify for this role.

A family run, reputable organisation based on the outskirts of Farnham is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a multi-company business that offers a friendly working culture as well as a varied, hands-on accounts role. This role will be officed based, with some flexibility to work from home after completion of probation. A great role for a versatile individual who is local to the Farnham area and looking for their next opportunity.

Accounts Assistant - Benefits

  • Flexible working pattern
  • Car parking onsite
  • Pension scheme
  • Fantastic onsite facilities

Accounts Assistant - About The Role

In this role you will be working in a small finance team of 3 and reporting into the Finance Manager. You will be supporting with the daily running of the finance function and will also be required to cover for the Finance Manager when needed.

Your key responsibilities will be:

  • Responsible for all monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • Posting of monthly journals for payroll
  • Bank reconciliations and VAT returns
  • Responsible for inter-company transactions and reconciliations
  • Reconcile credit card transactions for all companies
  • Providing cover to AP and AR functions when needed
  • Assisting the Finance Manager during month and year end

The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

  • Previous experience in a similar position
  • Experience in using Xero would be advantageous
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate at all levels

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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