Full job descriptionKenny Recruit are working with a well-established business to recruit a Junior Accounts Assistant for an initial 6-month period, with the potential to become permanent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in finance, whether you have recently graduated from university, completed a relevant qualification, or have around 6 months of accounts experience. You will join a busy finance team, gaining valuable hands-on experience and support as you develop your accounting skills.
Location: Godstone (3 days in the office, 2 working remotely)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 per annum
Contract: 6 months initially, with the potential to become permanent
Key Responsibilities:
*Assisting with the processing of purchase invoices and maintaining accurate purchase ledger records.
*Supporting the accounts payable function and ensuring invoices are processed in a timely manner.
*Assisting with supplier payment runs.
*Helping to complete regular bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
*Responding to supplier invoice and payment queries, with support from the wider finance team.
*Ensuring financial transactions are accurately recorded on the accounting system.
*Assisting with month-end processes and general finance administration.
*Providing day-to-day support to the wider finance team while learning and developing new skills.
About You:
*A recent university graduate, someone who has completed a relevant finance or accounting qualification, or someone with around 6 months of accounts experience.
*An interest in building a career within finance and developing practical accounting skills.
*Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
*A willingness to learn, take on new responsibilities and develop within the role.
*A reliable and proactive approach, with the ability to manage tasks efficiently.
*A team player who is happy to get involved and support the wider finance function.
*Previous experience with accounting systems, Excel or purchase ledger would be beneficial but is not essential.
Next Steps…
Shortlisted candidates will obviously be contacted for this specific role and if you haven’t heard from us within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We’d love to give feedback to every applicant but due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, unfortunately this just isn’t possible.
We will keep your CV on file to contact you with regards to future roles and any other advice to help you. Alternatively, feel free to contact us for a chat.