Accounts Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13.0 i £16.0 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £13-16 per hour |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP12 3WY |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4771050_1773161815 |
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A great opportunity has arisen for a proactive and detail‑oriented Finance Assistant to join the finance team. This role provides essential administrative and operational support to ensure accurate financial records and smooth daily operations. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the ideal candidate will be organised, dependable, and confident working with numbers.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable (AP)
- Processing and inputting supplier invoices, matching to purchase orders
- Managing and inputting expense claims (credit card and cash)
- Maintaining the expense management system
- Preparing domestic and international payment runs
- Reconciling vendor statements and responding to supplier queries
Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Monitoring debtor accounts and carrying out credit control activities
- Maintaining automated dunning processes and issuing chaser letters
- Managing customer credit limits in line with approved checks
- Ensuring minimal aged debt, especially over 90 days
Banking & Reconciliations
- Posting daily bank transactions
- Performing bank and credit card reconciliations
General Ledger & Reporting
- Assisting with month‑end and year‑end close
- Preparing and posting journals
- Supporting monthly management accounts and financial reporting
Audits & Compliance
- Maintaining clear and organised financial records
- Supporting internal and external audits and monthly P&L analysis
Administrative Support
- Processing stock makes adjustments at the start of each month.
- Handling finance‑related queries from internal and external departments
- Assisting senior finance colleagues with reporting and general tasks
- Ensuring CAPA processes and timelines are met in line with company procedures
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Good general education, including GCSEs in English and Maths
- Professional Qualifications: Studying for or holding an AAT (or equivalent) is advantageous
- Experience: Experience in an office environment, ideally in finance or administration
- Technical Skills:
- Strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups)
- Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Oracle NetSuite)
What We're Looking For
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational and time management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills
- Professionalism, cooperation, and a willingness to learn
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
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