Accounts Assistant - Part-time

Role & Responsibilities: As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the finance manager with day-to-day accounting and financial administration ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions as well as assisting with routine reporting and month-end duties. Accounts Payable & Receivable * Process accounts payable including supplier invoices, receipts and credit notes to enable timely payment and correct cost centre allocation * Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies * Process credit card transactions and perform balance reconciliations * Raise and issue customer invoices as needed * Liaise with internal teams to request Vat invoices from suppliers for processing * Input data into accounting systems accurately Reconciliations & Reporting * Prepare and support bank reconciliations and ensure accounts are balanced * Perform bank, supplier and customer reconciliations regularly to ensure records match * Assist with internal reporting and ad-hoc finance projects as required * Support month-end and year-end tasks such as preparing basic reporting and supporting documentation Finance Administration * Enter financial data and transactions into accounting system Xero * Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems * Respond to internal/external finance queries efficiently * Liaise with internal teams, suppliers and clients regarding payments and account queries * Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including assisting with any ad-hoc financial requests Key Requirements: * At least one year of experience in a similar role, specifically within accounts payable, receivables, bank reconciliation * Strong numeracy and accuracy with financial data * AAT qualification (Level 2/3) or working towards it, or equivalent experience * A degree in finance, accounting or a related field is an advantage * Practical bookkeeping and reconciliation experience * Experience with accounting software Xero and Microsoft Excel * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and external suppliers * Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines