Assistant Accountant

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 Responsibilities Accounts Receivable

• Record and allocate income across systems
• Respond to customer queries
• Set up new customer accounts
• Perform daily reconciliations
• Prepare and reconcile weekly Direct Debit uploads
• Issue customer statements as required

Accounts Payable

• Reconcile supplier statements
• Support subcontractor/data provider reconciliations
• Process ad hoc invoices
• Manage monthly credit card reconciliations
• Perform referral reconciliations and checks
• Raise monthly accruals

Month-End Duties

• Prepare subcontractor reports
• Assist with prepayments, accruals, and month-end journals

Additional Responsibilities

• Support external audit requests
• Assist with internal requests and reporting
• Maintain accurate financial data entry
• Manage shared finance inbox and respond to queries
• Provide ad hoc support to the Head of Finance

About You

• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Proven experience in both Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Advanced Excel skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident using accounting software
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Flexible and willing to support across multiple finance functions
• Must be a driver due to location

What’s on Offer

• Immediate start
• Salary up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
• 37.5 hours per week
• Month one in the office and then 1-3 days per month in the office
• Weekly pay
• Free on-site parking
• Potential for permanent employment

Ready to start ASAP? We’re hiring now! Submit your application today.

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