Hollyfort, a private company specialising in public works for Government Bodies, including Healthcare and County Councils, is expanding our Finance team. We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
Responsibilities of the role:
- Entry and processing of supplier invoices and purchase order numbers.
- Sorting, coding, and matching invoices prior to payment processing.
- Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
- Preparing and processing monthly sales invoices.
- Performing monthly supplier account reconciliations.
- Daily liaison with customers and suppliers regarding account queries.
- Posting VAT and duty invoices accurately within agreed timelines.
- Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Reconciling company credit card statements and transactions.
- Assisting with payroll administration and timesheet management.
- Preparing financial and operational reports as requested by management.
- Supporting general accounts administration and finance-related activities.
- Carrying out ad hoc office and administrative duties as required.
- Ensuring compliance with internal financial controls, procedures, and protocols.
- Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes.
- Maintaining accurate records within Sage and other internal systems.
- Assisting with procurement administration and PO system management.
- Collaborating with operational teams to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently.
- Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting accuracy.
Essential
- Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in an accounts or finance administration role
- Good understanding of accounts payable and bookkeeping principles
- Strong Microsoft Excel and MS Office 365 skills
- Experience using accounting software
- Excellent numerical and data entry accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting systems
- Experience with purchase order systems
- Exposure to month-end reporting processes
- Finance qualification or studying towards ACCA, ATI, CIMA or similar
- Experience in construction, facilities, engineering, or service industries
Benefits:
- Company Pension
- Company mobile phone
- Company events
- Bike to Work and Tax Saver Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Learning and Development
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
