Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Chelmsford
Job Type: Temporary, FTC
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000, dependent on experience

*** 12 MONTH FTC ***

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next temporary opportunity? We're recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a busy and supportive team, helping to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and is happy to get involved in all aspects of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily bank reconciliations.
• Process purchase invoices and resolve supplier queries.
• Enter weekly subcontractor invoices onto Sage.
• Verify new subcontractors with HMRC.
• Carry out weekly credit control activities.
• Produce and issue monthly customer statements.
• Prepare supplier payment runs.
• Process monthly credit card receipts.
• Complete monthly CIS returns and issue CIS statements.
• Post recurring monthly journals.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Support the preparation of annual financial statements.
• Conduct credit checks for new customers.
• Set up new customers and suppliers on Sage.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Experience using Sage accounting software.
• A good understanding of VAT and CIS processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to improve processes and support the wider team.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Uses initiative and sound judgement.
• Enjoys problem solving and finding efficiencies.
• Takes ownership of their workload.
• Can see the bigger picture and works collaboratively with colleagues.
• Has a positive, flexible and professional attitude.

If you're an experienced finance professional available for a temporary assignment and enjoy working in a varied, hands-on accounting role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for more information.