About the Role
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant</strong></p>
<p><strong>Location: Stanford Le Hope, Essex </strong></p>
<p><strong>Contract Type: Temporary and permanent available </strong></p>
<p><strong>Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per annum </strong></p>
<p><strong>Hours: 08:00am – 16:00pm</strong></p>
<p>Must Drive!</p>
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<p>We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Assistant to join our client’s finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial administration, supporting the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, and ensuring accurate and timely financial processing across the business.</p>
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<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>General Administration</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Manage the accounts inbox, respond to and distribute emails appropriately</li>
<li>Act as the first point of contact for incoming calls, directing queries as needed</li>
<li>Process and distribute daily post</li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date records of subcontractor documentation and CIS verification</li>
<li>Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks such as updating spreadsheets and records</li>
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<p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Process subcontractor and supplier invoices, ensuring proper approvals and accurate record-keeping</li>
<li>Input invoices into Sage and maintain the Supplier Payment Spreadsheet in line with payment schedules</li>
<li>Reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements regularly</li>
<li>Schedule and process payments through online banking or phone</li>
<li>Manage and resolve supplier and subcontractor queries promptly</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Accounts Receivable</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Maintain and update the Aged Debtors Spreadsheet to ensure accurate customer account information</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Banking</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Update and reconcile daily transactions, including company credit card and Capital on Tap accounts</li>
<li>Process expense claims and incoming payments, ensuring accurate documentation and filing</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>HR & Company Records</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Maintain and update HR and company property files, ensuring all records are accurate and compliant</li>
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