Assistant Accountant/Finance Administrator - XERO

Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Office-Based (Hybrid working may be considered following a successful probationary period)

Start Date: Immediate Start Available (notice periods will be considered)

Benefits: Free On-Site Parking

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a growing business based near Fareham. This is an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive finance team, working closely with the Senior Finance Manager and gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently while providing first-class internal and external stakeholder support.

Due to the location of the business, applicants must have access to their own vehicle and be able to drive to and from the office.

Key Responsibilities

- Processing all financial transactions accurately and efficiently

- Maintaining and administering Purchase Ledger

- Matching, batching and coding supplier invoices

- Performing routine Bank Reconciliations

- Preparing payment runs for approval and processing

- Managing the accounts mailbox, responding to queries and directing enquiries to the appropriate team members

- Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal departments to resolve account queries

- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity

- Processing and checking financial data using Sage and Xero accounting systems and Excel

- Supporting prep for month-end processes and reporting requirements

- Providing administrative and accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager

- Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

- Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator or Finance Assistant role

- Practical experience using Xero accounting systems

- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

- Experience of Purchase Ledger processes

- Experience matching, batching and coding invoices

- Bank reconciliation experience

- Experience preparing payments and payment runs

Desirable

- AAT qualification or currently studying towards an accountancy qualification

Personal Attributes

- Meticulous and accurate approach to work

- Strong problem-solving skills

- Able to prioritise workloads effectively

- Positive and professional attitude

- Reliable and dependable

- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

What's On Offer?

- Permanent, full-time opportunity

- Immediate start available

- Notice periods considered

- Free on-site parking

- Friendly and supportive working environment

- Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities

- Hybrid working available after an agreed settling-in period

- Opportunity for professional development and long-term career progression

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant with Xero and Excel experience and are looking to join a successful business near Fareham, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.