Accounts Assistant FTC

Accounts Payable (AP) 

• Maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring all supplier invoices are matched to purchase orders, correctly coded, and authorised 


• Process supplier payment runs (bi-monthly) and ad hoc payments  


• Monitor and chase invoice approvals from budget holders 


• Process employee expense claims accurately 


• Upload and reconcile credit card statements 


• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations 


• Ensure correct VAT treatment on all purchase invoices 

Accounts Receivable (AR) 

• Maintain the sales ledger and issue accurate, timely customer invoices 


• Carry out credit control activities and follow up on overdue balances 


• Monthly revenue recognition processes, including project and milestone billing 

Banking & Month-End 

• Perform weekly bank reconciliations and support month-end close processes 


• Assist in closing ledgers and ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded 

• Support forecasting and reporting activities where required 

General Finance Duties 

• Monitor and manage the finance inbox daily 


• Chase timesheet submissions and approvals where required 


• Assist with audits and ad hoc finance tasks 


• Work collaboratively with finance and wider business teams 

Key Competencies 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy 


• Good organisational and time management skills 


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 


• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills 


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines 

Essential: 

• Experience in accounts payable and/or receivable 


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office tools 


• Strong numerical and analytical skills 

Desirable: 

• Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite 


• Understanding of revenue recognition and project accounting 

Qualifications 

• Studying towards or willing to study AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent) 


• Relevant finance or accounting experience preferred 

Additional Information 

This role may evolve over time and include additional responsibilities to support business needs and professional development