Accounts Assistant FTC in Guildford, England at Sycurio

Sycurio is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a 4-month rolling fixed-term contract to support the finance function by managing both purchase ledger (AP) and sales ledger (AR) activities, ensuring accurate processing of transactions, timely payments and collections, and maintaining strong financial controls across the business.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring all supplier invoices are matched to purchase orders, correctly coded, and authorised
• Process supplier payment runs (bi-monthly) and ad hoc payments
• Monitor and chase invoice approvals from budget holders
• Process employee expense claims accurately
• Upload and reconcile credit card statements
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations
• Ensure correct VAT treatment on all purchase invoices

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Maintain the sales ledger and issue accurate, timely customer invoices
• Carry out credit control activities and follow up on overdue balances
• Monthly revenue recognition processes, including project and milestone billing

Banking & Month-End

• Perform weekly bank reconciliations and support month-end close processes
• Assist in closing ledgers and ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded

• Support forecasting and reporting activities where required

General Finance Duties

• Monitor and manage the finance inbox daily
• Chase timesheet submissions and approvals where required
• Assist with audits and ad hoc finance tasks
• Work collaboratively with finance and wider business teams

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Essential:

• Experience in accounts payable and/or receivable
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office tools
• Strong numerical and analytical skills

Desirable:

• Experience with accounting systems such as NetSuite
• Understanding of revenue recognition and project accounting

Qualifications

• Studying towards or willing to study AAT / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
• Relevant finance or accounting experience preferred

Additional Information

This role may evolve over time and include additional responsibilities to support business needs and professional development