Location
Gillingham
Industry sector
Accounting, Finance
Job type
Temporary | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
02/02/2026
Closing date
23/02/2026
Accounts Assistant (Temp-to-Perm)
We are looking for a junior Accounts / Finance Assistant to join our clients team based in Gillingham on a temp-to-perm basis, starting as soon as possible.
This role is ideal for someone early in their career with some office-based accounts experience, who is keen to learn finance from the ground up. Full training will be provided, with responsibilities increasing over time.
Key responsibilities (phased over time):
* Processing invoices and supporting purchase ledger
* Assisting with bank reconciliations and keeping bank accounts up to date
* Reconciling nominal accounts (e.g. payroll, VAT, PAYE)
* Posting monthly journals for prepayments, accruals and payroll
* Maintaining fixed asset records and supporting year-end audits
* Maintaining utility usage spreadsheets
* Supporting basic P&L tracking and holiday cover
* Ad-hoc finance and admin duties as required
About you:
* Some experience in an accounts or finance admin role
* Comfortable with spreadsheets and office systems
* Not currently qualified, but keen to learn and develop
* Organised, reliable, and looking for a long-term role
What we offer:
* Temp-to-perm opportunity with progression
* Full training and hands-on exposure to month-end finance
* Supportive environment with scope to grow
A great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in finance.
Hours of work are 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.
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