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Accounts Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 25 November 2025
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 December 2025
Location: Newport, Newport, NP10 1AA
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: a1WNz000003RbRZMA0_1764085405

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Summary

Accounts Assistant

Newport | £26,000 - £28,000 | 40 hours per week | Monday-Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced and detail-driven Accounts Assistant to join our client's busy finance team in Newport. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accounting professional looking to take on more responsibility, support the strategic financial success of the business, mentor junior team members, and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

Key Duties

  • Process sales invoices, income, receipts, and payments accurately and efficiently.

  • Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations to maintain high-quality financial records.

  • Oversee day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.

  • Use QuickBooks or Sage to manage accounts and produce financial reports.

  • Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and data analysis using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

  • Resolve complex financial queries and provide guidance to junior colleagues.

  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance finance processes and efficiency.

  • Assist with payroll administration to ensure timely and accurate payments.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a broad accounting or finance role.

  • AAT Level qualification.

  • Advanced working knowledge of QuickBooks or Sage.

  • Strong Excel skills and confidence using additional Microsoft Office applications.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

  • Highly organised and detail-focused, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • £250 employee referral reward.

  • Employee discount for friends and family.

  • Free on-site parking.

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and join a supportive, forward-thinking team, apply today with your CV, or contact Ann-Marie at the Acorn by Synergie Head Office in Newport for a confidential discussion.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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