Accounts Assistant

An excellent opportunity has become available for an Accounts Assistant to join a market leading business services organisation who are currently going through a period on continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to progress within the organisation and develop their skills. The company are continuously growing and are a market leader in their field.

Reference: HT12320

About the role

• Processing, management and month end matching for Intercompany balances
• Maintain and reconcile cashbooks
• Bank reconciliations
• Assistance during busy month end period including posting journals
• Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations
• Assistance during year end
• Provide cover for any members of the finance team
• Ad hoc projects as and when they arise

About You

• Excellent communication and team working skills with an approachable, motivated and proactive attitude
• Experience gained in a finance team with an all-round accounts background
• Competent with general accounting principles with good working knowledge of accounting entries and processes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including strong Excel skill essential
• Ability to work to deadlines, together with an organised and methodical approach to work
• A confident and professional manner, with the ability to build strong relationships
• Flexibility and an ability to prioritise essential
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail

Things you should know

Commutable from; Addlestone, Chertsey, Cobham, Farnborough, Godalming, Guildford, Staines upon Thames, Surbiton, Walton on Thames, West Byfleet, Weybridge, Wimbledon, Woking

Howett Thorpe recruit for roles within accounts payable, credit control, payroll also covering accounts assistants, audit, management accounts, financial accounts, analysts, financial controllers, financial directors, corporate finance, tax including all part qualified and qualified vacancies.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days please assume that you have not been successful.

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