Assistant Accountant (Temp to Perm) - Immediate Start Maidstone (On-site - must drive) Up to £35,000 (DOE) 3-Month Contract Weekly Pay Free On-Site Parking We''re currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing and forward-thinking SME based in Maidstone. This is a temporary role with an immediate start, offering a long-term 3-month contract with the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team within a business that values quality, innovation, and continuous growth.The Role Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you''ll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and ensuring accurate financial reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts ReceivableRecord and allocate income across systemsRespond to customer queriesSet up new customer accountsPerform daily reconciliationsPrepare and reconcile weekly Direct Debit uploadsIssue customer statements as requiredAccounts PayableReconcile supplier statementsSupport subcontractor/data provider reconciliationsProcess ad hoc invoicesManage monthly credit card reconciliationsPerform referral reconciliations and checksRaise monthly accrualsMonth-End DutiesPrepare subcontractor reportsAssist with prepayments, accruals, and month-end journalsAdditional ResponsibilitiesSupport external audit requestsAssist with internal requests and reportingMaintain accurate financial data entryManage shared finance inbox and respond to queriesProvide