Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: London
Job Type: Part Time (pro rata )
Reports to: Finance Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support our finance team with day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of accounting principles, be proficient in accounting software (particularly Sage 50), and be studying towards a professional qualification such as ACCA or AAT.
Key Responsibilities:
· Perform daily bank reconciliations in Sage.
· Set up new customer accounts in the Sage accounting system and on Billing platform
· Process Purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
· Assist with the monthly bill run process.
· Setting up, monitoring and reconciling customer direct debits.
· Prepare and post journal entries as directed.
· Assist with credit control activities, including monitoring outstanding debts and following up with customers.
· Support the preparation of VAT returns.
· Provide general administrative support to the finance department and other departments, including filing, scanning, and document management.
· Maintain financial data accuracy and support month-end and year-end processes.
Skills and Qualifications:
· understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping.
· Proficiency in accounting software, ideally Sage50 or similar.
· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
· Strong organisational and time-management skills.
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, AAT).
Desirable:
· Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts assistant role.
· Understanding of UK VAT regulations.
· Previous experience of using direct debits software.
· Previous experience using the software Ability.
Benefits:
· Salary - £25k – £30k (Depending on experience) Pro Rata
· 14 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
· Company pension scheme.
· Support with studying