Trainee Accounts Assistant - Maidstone

Reed Accountancy & Finance are seeking a Trainee Accounts Assistant to join our client's team in their Maidstone office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in legal finance, providing daily accounting services on a 6-month contract.

Trainee Accounts Assistant Day-to-day of the role:

• Monitor and manage electronic transactions using banking software.
• Execute required financial transactions as directed by team members.
• Process and record billing information into the financial system.
• Conduct daily reconciliations of both office and client bank accounts.
• Prepare and complete daily banking requirements.
• Generate and record cheques for office and client needs based on requests.
• Handle supplier invoices, ensuring they are recorded and paid promptly.
• Maintain client accounts with high accuracy and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Organize and file financial summaries daily and perform end-of-day system checks.
• Provide support to the Accounts Manager as required.
• Comply with all relevant financial regulations and quality control policies.
• Perform additional tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the department.

Trainee Accounts Assistant Required Skills & Qualifications:

• GCSE standard education or equivalent.
• Numerate with a strong ability to demonstrate accuracy in work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask.
• Team player with a collaborative attitude.
• Previous experience as a cashier or accounts clerk is desirable but not essential.

Trainee Accounts Assistant Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment.

If you are able to demonstrate the passion within accounts, are eager to learn, develop, can easily commute to our client's office on the outskirts of Maidstone town centre and are available at short notice then please apply for this Trainee Accounts Assistant position!