Accounts Assistant

About the role

We are looking for an organised and detail‑focused Accounts Assistant to join a growing SME in Winchester. You will work closely with the wider finance team, supporting day‑to‑day financial operations and helping the business scale efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice and payment queries.
• Prepare and assist with supplier payment runs.
• Process employee expense claims with correct coding and VAT treatment.
• Manage corporate card transactions and perform reconciliations.
• Post and allocate cash receipts and payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support month‑end activities and finance administration tasks.
• Provide payroll administration assistance when required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen financial controls.

Required profile

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance position.
• Good understanding of double‑entry bookkeeping and core finance processes.
• Experience with purchase ledger, reconciliations, banking and VAT.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• AAT qualification or studying towards AAT is advantageous.

Required skills

• Sage accounting software.
• Microsoft Excel.

What we offer

• Salary £28‑30k per annum, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working – office based for the first 6 months, then 2 days remote per week.
• Supportive and collaborative environment within a growing SME.
• Varied, hands‑on role with exposure across the finance function.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and business growth.