Part-time Accounts Assistant

About The Company
Farrer Barnes are delighted to be assisting a successful and well-regarded company near Canterbury, Kent. Our client is committed to ensuring their financial processes run smoothly and are looking for a dedicated Accounts Assistant to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis.

The Role
As an Account Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring all the business’s accounts and transactions are processed and reconciled accurately and in a timely manner. This on-site position requires you to work roughly 20 hours per work, with flexibility on how the hours are worked.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and reconcile financial data, including invoices, payments, and receipts
• Maintain up-to-date records for both accounts payable and receivable
• Monitor outstanding balances and carry out credit control activities to ensure timely payments
• Assist with HMRC reporting requirements, including VAT and duty documentation
• Support the preparation of financial summaries and assist with month-end processes as needed
• Use Excel and accounting software (e.g. Xero) to track, manage, and analyse transactions

Desirable Skills

• Competence in Excel and other financial software
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

• Study Support (for AAT)
• Flexible working hours
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Due to the company location, you must have access to your own transport.

Register
If this role isn’t right for you, please don’t hesitate to register with us, so that we can arrange a consultation and help you find you your next career move.



Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.