Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant • Annual Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 • Location: High Wycombe • Job Type: Full-time, Office-based (08:30 - 16:30) We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our team. This standalone position requires strong initiative and the ability to manage day-to-day finance operations independently, with support from the Group Finance team when needed. Day-to-day of the role: • Accounts Receivable: Manage customer accounts, follow up on outstanding payments, and liaise with the sales team. • Accounts Payable: Process invoices, ensure timely payments, and reconcile goods received. • Proformas: Set up and maintain proforma invoices within the system. • Month-End Processes: Prepare and post journals for accruals, prepayments, and assets, and produce a trading trial balance. • Payroll: Minimal involvement—primarily transferring payroll funds to the bank account. • Export Support: 75% of business is export-related (sales administration team handles export documentation). Required Skills & Qualifications: • Experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role, from within a manufacturing environment (ESSENTIAL) • Actively studying towards CIMA certification (ESSENTIAL - NOT ACCA) • Proficiency with financial software, preferably Oncore and Xero. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Information: • This role offers autonomy and requires someone confident working independently. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU HAVE THE ABOVE EXPERIENCE. THANK YOU