Assistant Accountant

I am recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations within a growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking progression toward a Management Accountant role. Key Responsibilities:

• Input and maintain accurate financial data within accounting systems
• Manage sales ledger: import daily invoices, raise ad-hoc invoices, issue statements, allocate receipts, perform credit control, and resolve customer queries
• Manage purchase ledger: process invoices, reconcile supplier statements, handle expenses, prepare payment runs, and resolve supplier queries
• Oversee and reconcile petty cash
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with monthly reporting, budgets, and financial statements
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations
• Provide administrative support, including audit preparation, payroll backup, and supplier ordering

Requirements:

• Proactive approach with strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Minimum 3 years' experience using Xero (essential; system transition underway)
• Working knowledge of Sage 50
• Experience across sales ledger, purchase ledger, credit control, reconciliations, and petty cash
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to support process and system improvements
• Basic Excel skills
• Comfortable working in a small, open-plan environment
• Immediately available to start

Please contact Robin at Farrer Barnes for further details.Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.