Accounts Assistant

Description

Accounts Assistant

Start Date: Early 2026 – interviews will be held in January

Location: Head Office, Bramley GU5

Reporting to: Financial Controller

Salary: Up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

About Our Client

Our client is a UK-leading supplier of biomass fuel, recognised for its innovation, diversity, and commitment to sustainability. They are a forward-thinking company seeking a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

The Accounts Assistant role will suit someone who can work accurately and efficiently as part of a small team. A good knowledge of accounts up to Trial Balance and double entry is preferred, as well as proficiency in Excel and the Xero Accounting package.

Responsibilities include:

Purchase Ledger:

Review coding and VAT treatment of purchase invoicesScan and upload all purchase invoices into XeroManage credit card transactions and staff expenses claimsPerform Supplier statement reconciliationsCirculate invoices to relevant team members for approval and input invoices into XeroMaintaining an On-hold file for disputed invoicesRespond promptly to supplier queries and resolve any issues with suppliers

Sales Ledger:

Ensure sales invoices have been completed accurately and emailed to clientsRun weekly Credit Control meetings with the team

Payments:

Assist with weekly payment run calculationsWeekly set-up and approval of paymentsDaily updating of payments and receipts to assist with bank reconciliations on Xero

Benefits:

25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidaysMon - Friday 9-5 pmFlexible working4% contributory pension schemeDiscretionary 5% annual bonusPrivate health careDeath in Service scheme

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