Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Chelmsford
Job Type: Temporary, FTC
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000, dependent on experience
*** 12 MONTH FTC ***
Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next temporary opportunity? We’re recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a busy and supportive team, helping to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and is happy to get involved in all aspects of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete daily bank reconciliations.
- Process purchase invoices and resolve supplier queries.
- Enter weekly subcontractor invoices onto Sage.
- Verify new subcontractors with HMRC.
- Carry out weekly credit control activities.
- Produce and issue monthly customer statements.
- Prepare supplier payment runs.
- Process monthly credit card receipts.
- Complete monthly CIS returns and issue CIS statements.
- Post recurring monthly journals.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.
- Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
- Support the preparation of annual financial statements.
- Conduct credit checks for new customers.
- Set up new customers and suppliers on Sage.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations.
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
- Experience using Sage accounting software.
- A good understanding of VAT and CIS processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- A proactive approach with a willingness to improve processes and support the wider team.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Uses initiative and sound judgement.
- Enjoys problem solving and finding efficiencies.
- Takes ownership of their workload.
- Can see the bigger picture and works collaboratively with colleagues.
- Has a positive, flexible and professional attitude.
If you’re an experienced finance professional available for a temporary assignment and enjoy working in a varied, hands-on accounting role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for more information.
Before we can submit your application to any third parties, you will be required to complete our registration process. This includes:
Filling out a registration form
Providing valid identification and proof of your right to work in the UK
Attending a formal meeting (either in person or virtually) with a member of the Casanovas Recruitment team
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