Seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. Supporting, the finance function with day-to-day accounting tasks including purchase and sales ledger processing, bank and loan reconciliations, and assisting with month-end procedures. Key Responsibilities: Processing supplier invoices and credit notes (purchase ledger) Processing staff expenses Preparing weekly payment runs Raising customer invoices and managing debtor balances (sales ledger) Bank reconciliations and posting of bank transactions Support the month end process (reconciliations, fixed assets, prepayments, accruals and journals) Assist with loan account reconciliations Assist with monthly loan and cashflow analysis Assist with VAT return preparation and basic compliance documentation Perform general finance administration tasks and assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required Maintain accurate records and filing systems Requirments: Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping Studying towards or holding professional qualification (e.g. AAT) Strong Excel skills and accounting software experience (e.g. Sage) Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication skills and ability to work under supervision Knowledge of UK VAT and accounting principles