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Accounts Assistant

Outskirts of Colchester and Clacton

Competitive salary £35,000- £40,000

Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:30 -5:00pm

Our client, is seeking a proactive and skilled Accounts Assistant to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the Office Directors in various accounting and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in the full accounts process, strong double entry skills, and be proficient in Excel and Sage accounting software.

If you are a motivated individual with a can-do attitude, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure, then this is the role for you. Apply today and become part of our client's successful team!

Responsibilities:

Sales ledger management, including invoicing and credit control
Purchase ledger management, processing supplier invoices and reconciling statements
Assisting with month-end and year-end processes, such as pre-payments, accruals, and depreciation
General ledger reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting
Supporting the Directors with various adhoc duties, including stock and sales analysis
Performing general office administration tasks as required
Maintaining clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
Utilising advanced skills in Excel, including lookups, pivot tables, and power query
Demonstrating proficiency in IT applications and systems, particularly Sage accounting software
Ensuring a high level of attention to detail in all financial and administrative tasks
Working independently and collaboratively within a small team to meet tight deadlines
Displaying a proactive and can-do attitude in a fast-paced environment
Competency in Microsoft Office suite, with payroll and foreign currency experience as beneficialSkills:

A minimum of AAT Level 3 qualification
Proficiency in double entry accounting
Commercial understanding of business operations
Exceptional Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and power query
IT literate with experience using Sage accounting software
Strong literacy and numeracy skills with meticulous attention to detail
Highly organised with excellent communication skills at all levels
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a calm and focused mannerBenefits:

Competitive salary based on experience
20 days holiday (increasing annually to a maximum of 25) plus 8 bank holidays
Casual dress code
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Early finish on Fridays
Located in a rural area, access to own transport is ideal.Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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