Accounts Assistant

Accounts & Bookkeeping

• Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions, ensuring all invoices are processed, recorded, and reconciled accurately.
• Set up and maintain new customer and supplier accounts in the accounting system
• Sage 50 Accounts.
• Process supplier payments.
• Support credit control activities including monitoring outstanding balances
• Prepare and submit Quarterly VAT Returns via Sage 50 Accounts.
• Deal with RCT Claims.
• Complete Monthly Intrastat Returns to HMRC.
• Liaise with external Accountants

Payroll & Compliance

• Process weekly wages using BrightPay, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Calculate and submit Monthly PAYE Payments to HMRC.
• Manage CIS deductions and ensure timely reporting and payments.
• Complete Payroll Year-End procedures, including submission of P60s and related statutory documents.

Administration & Support

• Book flights and accommodation as required.
• Answering telephone and directing calls
• Looking after company vehicles
• Dealing with customer queries
• Organise training as and when required
• Arrange deliveries and collections, liaising with suppliers, couriers, and internal departments.
• Support the wider team with ad hoc duties as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in a bookkeeping or accounts administration role.
• Proficient in Sage 50 Accounts and BrightPay
• Good understanding of VAT, PAYE, and CIS regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook.