Posted 21 July, 2026
Accounts Assistant
Reed
Harlow, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Office Based 20-25 Hours per Week (Worked Across 4-5 Days) 9-12 Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Salary Advertised it full time equivalent
\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business on a part-time maternity cover contract. This role is ideal for a highly organised individual with strong administrative and accounting skills who enjoys working in a friendly and supportive office environment.
\nKey Responsibilities
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- Accurate processing of purchase invoices \n
- Supplier statement reconciliations \n
- Reconciliation of customer accounts \n
- Preparing and issuing customer invoices and statements \n
- Assisting with month-end accounting duties \n
- Managing credit control activities \n
- Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounts and administrative tasks as required \n
The successful candidate will have:
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- Previous experience in an accounts or finance role \n
- Strong administrative and Microsoft Excel skills \n
- Sage 50 knowledge (preferred but not essential) \n
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills \n
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy \n
- The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines \n
- Strong organisational and time management skills \n
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels \n
- A proactive and self-motivated approach to work \n
- A flexible, professional, and practical attitude \n
Apply Now
\nIf you have previous accounts experience and are looking for a flexible part-time opportunity where your skills and attention to detail will be valued, we would love to hear from you.
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