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Posted 24 July, 2026

Accounts Assistant

Farrer Barnes Limited
Chatham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

The Company A fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing business with a supportive finance team. This is a great role for someone looking to build their finance career within a busy environment, working alongside an experienced team and gaining exposure across the accounts function.The Role Working within the finance team, you’ll focus primarily on the accounts receivable side of the business, supporting with the day-to-day management of customer accounts and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained. This role would suit someone with previous finance experience who enjoys a hands-on role and is keen to develop their skills further.Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Managing the accounts receivable function and maintaining customer accounts
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  • Raising sales invoices and processing payments
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  • Allocating cash and completing account reconciliations
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  • Supporting with credit control and resolving customer queries
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  • Investigating discrepancies and maintaining accurate records
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  • Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties when required
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Desirable Skills & Experience\n
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  • Previous Accounts Assistant or transactional finance experience
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  • Experience within accounts receivable, sales ledger or credit control
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  • Good attention to detail with a methodical approach
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  • Confident working with finance systems and Excel
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  • A proactive attitude with the ability to work as part of a busy team
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The Package\n
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  • £27,000 salary
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  • Opportunity to join a supportive finance team with a varied accounts role and development opportunities
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Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.