Accounts Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Accounts Assistant to join a small‑to‑medium enterprise in Olney. You will support the finance team by handling invoicing, purchase ledger, credit control and supplier account queries, ensuring accurate financial records and timely payments.

Key responsibilities

• Raise and process chargeable call‑out and service invoices using internal systems.
• Produce daily invoices against Works Order Numbers and manage rejected invoices.
• Generate weekly planned maintenance invoices and ensure correct billing.
• Match, code and post purchase invoices against purchase orders.
• Investigate and resolve supplier account queries, preparing payments and reconciling statements.
• Support credit control by chasing outstanding debts and monitoring aged creditor reports.
• Manage the accounts email inbox, process customer purchase orders and perform general admin duties.

Required profile

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Confident written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Professional and customer‑focused attitude.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Salary between £26,000 and £30,000 per year.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and a paid day off in your birthday month.
• Employee Assistance Programme with retail discounts.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Standard employee benefits in line with company policy.