Full job descriptionAccounts Assistant
*Annual Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
*Location: High Wycombe
*Job Type: Full-time, Office-based (08:30 - 16:30)
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our team. This standalone position requires strong initiative and the ability to manage day-to-day finance operations independently, with support from the Group Finance team when needed.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Accounts Receivable: Manage customer accounts, follow up on outstanding payments, and liaise with the sales team.
*Accounts Payable: Process invoices, ensure timely payments, and reconcile goods received.
*Proformas: Set up and maintain proforma invoices within the system.
*Month-End Processes: Prepare and post journals for accruals, prepayments, and assets, and produce a trading trial balance.
*Payroll: Minimal involvement—primarily transferring payroll funds to the bank account.
*Export Support: 75% of business is export-related (sales administration team handles export documentation).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role, from within a manufacturing environment.
*Actively studying towards CIMA certification.
*Proficiency with financial software, preferably Oncore and Xero.
*Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
*Strong organisational and time management skills.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional Information:
*This role offers autonomy and requires someone confident working independently.