Accounts Assistant

Job details

Posted Tuesday 23 December 2025
Salary £28,000 - £34,000
Location Staines
Job type Permanent
Reference 3935
Recruiter Name Keeley Hamblin

Accounts Assistant - Staines - £28,000 / £34,000

About the Client:
Wade Macdonald are currently working with an Engineering company; this well-established organisation delivers services to clients across a range of different industries. With a broad operational scope, they offer employees a dynamic and engaging workplace. They value integrity and honesty, upholding the highest ethical standards in every aspect of their business.

About the Job:
A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Assistant to support the Finance Manager across a wide range of responsibilities. This role will provide exposure to every part of the finance function, making it ideal for someone seeking variety and progression.

Duties will include:

  • Managing both sales and purchase ledgers, including invoice processing, credit control, reconciliations, and BACS payment runs
  • Performing bank reconciliations and overseeing petty cash and Excel-based cashbooks
  • Inputting weekly timesheets and preparing payroll-related reports, including weekly staff payments and CIS
  • Producing monthly financial reports including P&L, Balance Sheet and Trial Balance
  • Preparing and submitting monthly and quarterly VAT and CIS returns
  • Supporting with general office administration as required

About the Successful Applicant:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar finance role, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently. Proficiency with Sage is advantageous, alongside sound accounting knowledge and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What You Will Receive in Return:
You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team with exposure to a wide range of financial operations. The role offers stability, variety, and the chance to develop within an established organisation in a thriving sector.