Accounts Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to join a well‑established finance team in Bournemouth. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will support day‑to‑day financial operations, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, ledger maintenance, and credit control.

Key responsibilities

• Process customer and supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledger records.
• Collect monthly direct debit payments and allocate receipts.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and manage credit control activities.
• Support month‑end processes and the preparation of management accounts.
• Handle finance inbox enquiries and liaise with internal departments to resolve account queries.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent accuracy.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• Confident written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional handling of confidential financial information.

Required skills

• Experience using accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

What we offer

• Permanent, full‑time position.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your finance career within a growing business.