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    Accounts Assistant

    Accounting
    Howett Thorpe
    Surrey, Fairlands
    Temporary
    Competitive
    On-Site

    Job Description

    This well-established, market-leading organisation based in Guildford are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a fascinating business that has a brilliant working culture and offers great career growth opportunities. Furthermore, you will be required to work 5 days a week in Guildford, and this role needs someone who can start immediately.

    Job Title : Accounts Assistant

    Job Type : temporary , full time

    Location : Guildford, Surrey

    Salary : £15 per hour

    Reference no : 16172

    Accounts Assistant Benefits

    • 32 days holiday

    • Company bonus scheme

    • Healthcare package

    • Career growth opportunities

    • Car parking onsite

    Accounts Assistant About The Role

    In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Manager and will be working within a team of 4. This role will be predominately Accounts Payable however you will also support within other areas of finance. Your key responsibilities will be:

    • Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

    • Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, including international payments.

    • Keep supplier ledger aging within terms and obtain resolution on outstanding debt balances.

    • Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve invoice discrepancies.

    • Maintain accurate supplier records and respond to queries.

    • Post daily bank transactions and reconcile bank accounts.

    • Managing the finance inbox

    The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

    • Previous experience in a similar position

    • AAT or QBE candidates will be considered

    • Strong excel skills is essential

    • Experience in handling multiple currencies

    • Previous experience with SAP is desirable

    Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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    Posted on October 4, 2026

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