Accounts Assistant

Pertemps · Cranleigh, Surrey

Accounts Assistant at Pertemps, based in Cranleigh, Surrey, paying £35,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£35,000 per annum
Location
Cranleigh, Surrey
Contract
Permanent
Posted
14 hours ago
Closes
18 Nov 2026
Sector
Credit Control

8% below the typical rate for credit control

Reference 447107174

About the role

Accounts Assistant 

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team in Cranleigh & provide support across their finance functions. 

*Please note - Driving license & own car is required*


This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of a range of financial processes, from purchase ledger & credit control through to VAT returns & monthly management accounts. 

 

The role:

  • Processing purchase invoices & matching them against delivery notes from the production team 

    • Investigating discrepancies with suppliers & arranging refunds, exchanges or credit notes where required

    • Managing credit control, including issuing statements, chasing outstanding payments & maintaining accurate account records

    • Reconciling supplier & customer accounts, company credit cards & expenses 

    • Preparing & managing regular payment runs 

    • Completing quarterly VAT returns, including postponed VAT accounting where applicable 

    • Preparing monthly management accounts & financial reports for directors & shareholders 

    • Providing general support, handling enquiries & ordering of smaller-scale consumables 

 

The Person:

  • Previous experience in a finance administration, accounts or bookkeeping role

    • Practical experience using Sage 50 is essential 

    • Good understanding & use of MS Packages 

The Package:
  • Monday to Friday, flexible start times (such as 9am-4pm, 9,30am-4.30pm or 10am-5pm)
    • Starting salary of £30,000pa+ DOE
    • 21 days holiday + BH
    • Profit-share bonus scheme
    • The opportunity to join a growing business in a varied role where you can take ownership of your own role
 

If this sounds like something of interest, apply today to find out more!

Reference: 447107174 · Posted 14 hours ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Pertemps

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