Full job descriptionAccounts Assistant
Location: Slough (Office Based)
Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team based in Slough. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with strong transactional accounting skills to support the day-to-day running of the finance function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a broad range of accounting duties across sales ledger, purchase ledger, credit control, and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger
*Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
*Match, batch and code invoices.
*Prepare supplier payment runs.
*Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
*Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Sales Ledger & Credit Control
*Raise and process customer invoices and credit notes.
*Allocate incoming payments and maintain customer accounts.
*Proactively manage aged debt and carry out credit control activities.
*Chase overdue payments via telephone and email.
*Resolve customer account queries promptly and professionally.
Reconciliations
*Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
*Reconcile balance sheet accounts and control accounts.
*Assist with month-end reconciliations and reporting requirements.
*Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
General Finance Duties
*Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
*Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
*Assist with VAT and other financial reporting requirements.
*Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team.
*Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
Person Specification
Essential
*Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant position.
*Strong experience across purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and reconciliations.
*Working knowledge of Sage 200. (ESSENTIAL)
*Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
*High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
*Excellent communication and organisational skills.
*Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
Desirable
*Experience working within an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment.
*Ability to speak Punjabi and/or Hindi. is desirable but not essential (a lot of their clients speak)
*Experience working within a fast-paced distribution, wholesale or manufacturing business.
Benefits
*Competitive salary of £33,000 - £40,000. dependant on experience
*Opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation.
*Supportive team environment.
*Career development opportunities - possible study support available if required
*On-site parking.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Slough (Office Based)
Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on experience.