Accounts Assistant – Temporary (3+ months)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant to join our busy finance team in Kings Hill on a temporary basis (approximately three months, with possible extension). This role offers the chance to work in a fast‑paced environment, supporting month‑end accounting processes and a variety of transactional duties.

Key responsibilities

• Post daily transactions from bank statements
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations
• Process weekly supplier payment runs
• Reconcile sales and purchase ledgers
• Produce weekly sales and orders reports
• Process and post purchase ledger invoices
• Prepare monthly journals and assist with trial balance accounts
• Support the Group Financial Controller with management accounts, payroll, VAT returns and holiday/sickness records
• Undertake general office and administrative duties as required

Required profile

• Minimum two years’ experience as an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload
• Excellent communication skills and a team‑oriented attitude
• Conscientious, able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Logical, methodical approach to problem‑solving
• Ideally part‑qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or AAT (desirable)

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint