Accounts Assistant

This well-established, market-leading organisation based in Guildford are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a fascinating business that has a brilliant working culture and offers great career growth opportunities. Furthermore, you will be required to work 4 days a week in Guildford and this role with either suit a progressive individual with a few years of experience or someone who is QBE and looking for their next challenge.  

Job Title:          Accounts Assistant 

Job Type:         Permanent, full time

Location:        Guildford, Surrey

Salary:             £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Reference no: 16072

Accounts Assistant  – Benefits

• 32 days holiday
• Company bonus scheme
• Healthcare package
• 4 days a week in the office
• Career growth opportunities
• Car parking onsite  

Accounts Assistant  – About The Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Manager and will be working within a team of 4. This role will be predominately Accounts Payable however you will also support within other areas of finance. Your key responsibilities will be:

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, including international payments.
• Keep supplier ledger aging within terms and obtain resolution on outstanding debt balances.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and respond to queries.
• Post daily bank transactions and reconcile bank accounts.
• Support month end close activities, including preparation of accruals and prepayments.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation when required.

The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

• Previous experience in a similar position
• AAT or QBE candidates will be considered
• Strong excel skills is essential
• Experience in handling multiple currencies
• Previous experience with SAP is desirable

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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