Accounts Assistant - French Speaker

Our client are a dynamic and growing established freight forwarding agent based in Southall, dedicated to delivering high-quality services to their clients and are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant with French language and previous experience/knowledge of Sage to join the finance team.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant - French Speaker
Location: Southall, UK
Salary: £30,000 NEG per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Hours: Full-time, 08:30am-17:30pm 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with a 1-hour unpaid break)
Overtime: Paid after 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations using Sage, including data entry, invoicing, and reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, including monthly management accounts.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Handle bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory reporting.
• Collaborate with the finance team to support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar accounts assistant role.
• French Speaker
• Proficiency with Sage accounting software is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and processing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary £30,000 NEG/DOE per annum
• 21 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• UK pension scheme.
• Paid overtime after 40 hours per week.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and professional team.