Accounts Assistant Job at Colchester, Essex Full Time NEW

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Assistant to join our client’s Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying towards an accounting qualification and looking to develop their career within a busy and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and financial transactions accurately.
• Manage bank payments, transfers and reconciliations.
• Resolve supplier and customer queries promptly.
• Raise invoices and monitor customer accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Support monthly accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with finance system maintenance and process improvements.
• Ensure deadlines, controls and KPI targets are consistently met.

About You

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English.
• Studying towards or qualified to AAT Level 3 or above.
• Experience processing high volumes of financial transactions.
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills.
• Able to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience in a multi-site or large organisation.
• Knowledge of finance/ERP systems.

If you’re a proactive team player with a strong eye for detail and a passion for finance, we’d love to hear from you.