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Accounts Assistant

Accountancy Action
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Watford, Hertfordshire WD24 4LH

Contract type

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant for a temporary role within our finance team.
  • The position focuses on accounts payable, reconciliations, and CIS submissions, ensuring compliance and efficiency in financial operations.
  • Candidates should have prior experience in an Accounts Assistant or AP role, with strong knowledge of AP processes and reconciliations.
  • The role offers a salary of £25,000 to £30,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • An immediate start is available for those looking to thrive in a dynamic environment.
About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team on a temporary basis. The role will primarily focus on accounts payable, reconciliations, and CIS submissions, ensuring smooth financial operations and compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong AP experience looking for an immediate start in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Accounts Payable:

    • Process high-volume supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and correct coding.
    • Perform supplier statement reconciliations, resolving discrepancies.
    • Prepare weekly payment runs (BACS, CHAPS, SEPA).
    • Manage direct debits, standing orders, and expense claims.
    • Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice and payment queries.
    • Assist with setting up new supplier accounts and maintaining accurate records.
    • Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded.
    • Reconcile ledger accounts, investigating and resolving any variances.
    • Support month-end processes, including prepayments, accruals, and journals.
    • Assist with cash flow forecasting and reporting.
    • Prepare and submit CIS returns in line with HMRC requirements.
    • Verify subcontractor CIS status and ensure correct deductions are applied.
    • Assist in VAT returns and financial compliance tasks.
Key Requirements:
  • Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or AP role
  • Strong knowledge of AP processes, reconciliations, and invoice processing.
  • Proficiency in accounting software
  • Basic understanding of CIS and VAT returns (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.