Accounts Assistant

Salary: £24,000 to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualificationsLocation: Littlehampton, West SussexWorking pattern: Full-time or part-time, Monday to FridayAbout the RoleSchlich Ltd, a specialist boutique practice of European Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys based in Littlehampton, is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their accounting career within a professional services environment.What You''ll Be DoingWorking alongside the Accounts Manager, you will:Record incoming and outgoing payments and invoices in XeroPrepare invoices, including monthly billing, and update the case management system to reflect client billingCheck petty cash and credit card receiptsPrepare statements for clients with overdue paymentsAssist with VAT return preparationSupport year-end accounting activitiesCarry out other ad hoc accounting duties as requiredWhat You''ll BringEssential:Experience working within an accounts departmentGCSE passes in Mathematics and EnglishProficient in MS Word and ExcelExcellent attention to detailAbility to work using your own initiative and as part of a team Desirable:Knowledge of accounting software, preferably XeroAAT Level 3 qualified, or studying towards itWhat''s on OfferFull-time or part-time hours across Monday to Friday25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPrivate medical insurance and eye care schemeCompany pension schemeStudy support for those studying ..... full job details .....