Accounts Assistant

About the role

The finance team of a growing family‑owned construction business is looking for an organised and proactive Accounts Assistant. Based in the Wimbledon office, you will support day‑to‑day finance operations and gain exposure to a variety of accounting tasks while contributing to the company’s continued growth.

Key responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Support the sales ledger and accounts receivable function.
• Review supplier invoices against agreed rates and contracts to ensure accuracy.
• Complete fortnightly payment reconciliations.
• Produce daily bank balance reports.
• Reconcile employee expenses.
• Assist the wider finance team with ad‑hoc accounting and administrative duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role with a strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Proven ability to manage currency ledgers and maintain supplier relationships.
• Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to cooperate to achieve objectives.
• Strong eye for detail and excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Demonstrable time‑management skills and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Highly process‑driven with excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Problem‑solving ability and capacity to multi‑task under pressure.
• IT literate, particularly with a good knowledge of Excel.

Required skills

• Excel

What we offer

• Salary: £30,000‑£35,000 per annum.
• Permanent contract.
• Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8:30 am‑5:30 pm (or 7:30 am‑4:30 pm).
• On‑site location in Wimbledon, South East England.