Harvey John
Accounts Assistant
Accounts Assistant at Harvey John, based in Polegate, South East England, paying £26,000 - £28,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Polegate, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Accountant
- Immediate start
44% below the typical rate for accountant
Reference 57463367
About the role
Accounts Assistant – £26,000–£28,000
Polegate, East Sussex | Immediate start – candidates on notice of 1 week or less preferred
Are you looking to start or grow your career in finance? Our client, an industry-leading company that's growing rapidly through acquisitions, is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on an immediate basis.
This role would suit someone already working in a junior accounts role but it's equally well suited to a keen graduate, or someone studying towards their AAT, ACCA or CIMA, who's looking for their break into a finance career. If coming from a graduate background, it’s necessary you studied accountancy related modules as part of your degree. Full training and support will be given, so what matters most is your attitude, accuracy and willingness to learn.
Please note: this role needs to be filled urgently, so candidates who are immediately available or able to start within one week's notice will be prioritised. Own transport is also required due to office location.
The role
- Supplier statement reconciliations
- Managing the ticketing system
- Processing proforma payments
- Creating and amending supplier accounts
- Requesting invoices
- Handle invoice or supplier payment queries
What we're looking for
- Experience in an accounts admin position, or a graduate/AAT/ACCA/CIMA studier keen to build a career in finance
- Available immediately or on a maximum of one week's notice
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with financial data
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel; happy to pick up new accounting software
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Clear, professional communication skills, written and verbal
- A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine willingness to learn
- Reliable, with a strong work ethic and a team-player mindset
Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for more information.
Reference: 57463367 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 26 Nov 2026 · Listed via Harvey John
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