Accounts Assistant

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Anderson Knight Recruitment is working on behalf of a well-established and reputable organisation within the FMCG sector to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accounts experience who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced and dynamic business. The role will support the wider finance function across a range of transactional and month-end activities, ensuring the smooth running of financial operations within a high-volume environment.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Processing high volumes of purchase and sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Performing bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of payments and receipts</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Maintaining supplier records and resolving invoice and payment queries</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Processing employee expenses and company credit card transactions</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Assisting with month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reporting schedules</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Liaising with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve finance queries efficiently</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Providing general administrative support to the finance team as required</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Experience with VAT, reconciliations, and transactional finance processes</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to work</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Desirable: Previous experience within the FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution sector</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What’s On Offer:</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Competitive salary depending on experience</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing FMCG business</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Supportive and collaborative team environment</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Ongoing training and career development opportunities</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">• Stable, long-term career prospects within a successful organisation</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This role would suit an Accounts Assistant looking to build on their existing experience within a reputable FMCG organisation. If you would like to be considered, please apply via the link below</p>