Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Ipswich | Office-Based Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00 Free On-Site Parking | Modern Offices Finance Team of 4

About the Company

A well-established and growing company, delivering high-quality projects across the region. With a strong reputation for professionalism and teamwork, the business offers a supportive and well-structured working environment from its modern Ipswich offices.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a friendly finance team. This is a hands-on, varied role ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their finance career within a busy business. You will play a key role across payroll, CIS, purchase and sales ledger, and month-end processes, working closely with colleagues across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & CIS

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• Manage the weekly payroll process end-to-end using Sage 50 Payroll
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• Maintain accurate employee records, including starters, leavers, holiday, sickness and deductions
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• Administer CIS processing, submissions and reconciliations
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• Liaise with pension provider, ensuring auto-enrolment compliance and accurate reporting
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Purchase & Sales Ledger

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• Process supplier invoices, including Amazon invoices, fuel costs and petty cash
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• Prepare and process monthly supplier payment runs
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• Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts in Sage 200, Construct and banking systems
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• Raise and post sales invoices, allocations and ledger reconciliations
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Month-End & Reporting

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• Assist with month-end close procedures
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• Reconcile bank accounts, payroll control and balance sheet accounts
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• Maintain stock and wage analysis, accurately allocating costs to jobs
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• Support with job setup, cost tracking and updates
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General Finance Support

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• Handle queries from suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders
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• Ensure financial data is accurate, up to date and audit-ready
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• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls
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About You

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• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Senior Accounts Assistant role
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• Strong working knowledge of payroll, CIS, purchase ledger and sales ledger
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• Experience with Sage systems (Sage 50 Payroll and/or Sage 200 preferred)
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• Construction or engineering sector experience advantageous but not essential
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• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
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• Confident communicator and team player with a proactive approach
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Permanent, full-time opportunity with stabilityModern, well-equipped offices in IpswichFree on-site parkingSupportive, close-knit finance teamA role with real variety, responsibility and development opportunity