Senior Accounts Assistant

  • Dedicate Recruitment Ltd
  • Hawkinge, Kent
  • Feb 22, 2026
Seasonal Accounting

Job Description

This medium size Trust in East Kent is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant for a two month temporary basis, with an immediate start.

Reporting to the finance manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Maintain and process purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions, including coding, checking and posting invoices
  • Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Support accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Assist with monthly bank and control account reconciliations
  • Prepare and post journals (accruals, prepayments, adjustments) to support month-end close.
  • Respond to and resolve finance queries from internal staff and external stakeholders.
  • Support the production of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Assist with budget monitoring and forecasting, providing accurate data to budget holders.

You will have previous experience of working within a fast paced environment, bring good attention to detail and possess a sound working knowledge of MS Excel.

Immediate start for the right candidate. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

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