Accounts Assistant

Company
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Location
Witney
Salary
£30,000 - £31,000 per annum

Full Job Description

Your new company

Seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to join a UK leading infrastructure company based in Witney. Offering 3 days working from home.
In this role, you'll support the Accounts Payable Manager and take ownership of maintaining accurate financial records. Managing the full purchase ledger process alongside a small team. Ensuring invoices are processed and paid on time while handling supplier queries quickly and professionally.
It's a key opportunity for someone who enjoys a work-life balance and keeping operations running smoothly.

Your new role

  • Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment and invoice queries.
  • Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Produce BACS payment runs and manage urgent CHAPS payments.
  • Manage unallocated cash, company credit cards, and staff expense payments.
  • Reconcile supplier statements, including use of AI tools.
  • Carry out account analysis to support accurate financial reporting.
  • Support the finance team with a range of ad-hoc tasks as required.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Prior experience in an Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role.
  • CIS experience is desirable, but not essential (Training can be provided).
  • A motivated, enthusiastic team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
  • Resilient and determined, with the ability to go the extra mile when needed.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Ambition to grow and take on additional responsibilities as the role evolves.

What you'll get in return

  • Annual Salary: £30,000 - £32,000
  • Hybrid working: 2 days in office, 3 days from home.
  • Flexible working hours available if required.
  • 25 days holiday, one day for your birthday, plus bank holidays.
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
  • 24/7 online GP service.
  • Paid volunteer days.
  • Life Assurance with a range of other amazing benefits.
  • Paid Paternity & Maternity Leave available.
  • Access to our Internal Academy and Career Development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location
Witney
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£30,000 - £31,000 per annum
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
5th March 2026
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