The Role: Accounts Assistant- Thurrock - £28k - £30k per annum
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our clients expanding finance team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our accounting department, ensuring that financial records are maintained accurately and timely. This position demands a high level of organisational skill and attention to detail, as the Accounts Assistant will be responsible or various tasks related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general administrative duties.
Responsibilities
Monitoring daily communications and answering any queries
Bank reconciliations
Credit control
Ensuring payment amounts and records are correct
Working with spreadsheets and financial software
Ensuring that ledgers are up to date and outstanding payments are followed up
Recording financial transactions and balance sheets
Undertaking Accounting duties of an administrative nature, eg, liaising with customers and suppliers via phone and email.
Creating Invoices and Credit Notes
Updating Journals
Supporting the Accounts team with administrative tasks
Undertaking customer due diligence checks and background checks in line with company Anti Money Laundering Policies
Supporting the company in monitoring Escrow accounts
Checking Duties and VAT calculations
Essential Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail
Must have Excel and Sage knowlege
Planning and Organisational Skills
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Ability to use handheld devices and the use of other computerised equipment
The Package
Salary £28,000 - £30,000 per annum depending on experience
Free on-site parking
28 days annual leave
4 times death in service
Company Pension Scheme above that of Statutory requirements
Office based
Please contact Sophie Barnes for any queries on (phone number removed)