Accounts Assistant (long-term absence cover)Start Date: November 2025Location: Head Office, Bramley GU5 Salary: Up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)Contract: Full-time; Monday to Friday About Our ClientOur client is a UK-leading supplier of biomass fuel, recognised for its innovation, diversity, and commitment to sustainability. They are a forward-thinking company seeking a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.The RoleThe Accounts Assistant role will suit someone who can work accurately and efficiently as part of a small team. A good knowledge of accounts up to Trial Balance and double entry is preferred, as well as proficiency in Excel and Xero Accounting package.Purchase Ledger:Review coding and VAT treatment of purchase invoices. Scan and upload all purchase invoices into Xero.Manage credit card transactions and staff expenses claims.Perform Supplier statement reconciliations.Circulate invoices to relevant team members for approval and input invoices into Xero.Maintaining an On-hold file for disputed invoices.Respond promptly to supplier queries and resolve any issues with suppliers.Sales Ledger:Ensure sales invoices have been completed accurately and emailed to clients.Run weekly Credit Control meetings with the team.Payments:Assist with weekly payment run calculations.Weekly set-up and approval of payments.Daily updating of payments and receipts to assist with bank reconciliations on Xero.Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave plus b