Accounts Assistant

Our professional client is looking for an Account Assistant to join their team in Guildford. This office-based role involves processing client-related transactions promptly and ensuring the company complies with regulations regarding the handling of client funds.

 

Company Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Pension plan
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance
• Performance-based bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Company events 

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and recording prepayments and accruals accurately in the accounts.
• Maintaining and updating the fixed asset register to ensure all assets are properly accounted for.
• Assisting with the preparation and posting of month-end journals.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns in compliance with regulations.
• Assisting with WIP and debt reviews to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.
• Providing assistance during the annual audit process by preparing required documentation and liaising with auditors.
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and employee expenses.
• Performing regular bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Managing supplier payment runs and handling ad-hoc payments as required.
• Responding to and resolving internal and external finance-related queries in a timely manner.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Must have 1-2 years’ experience of working in an accounts department
• Fast learner who adapts easily.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexible attitude
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective team player.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel.
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Demonstrates professionalism.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.