Job Description

We are a company who manufacture and create new FMCG consumer brands. Our e-liquid brand, Prohibition is one of the leading e-liquid manufacturers, home to some of the world's largest e-liquid brands. As well as our own house lines, we offer a complete end-to-end service for our clients. The business is fast-paced and adaptable. We pride ourselves on an inclusive, dynamic culture where we are committed to investing in and developing our people.

We have a vacancy available on a 12 month fixed-term contract up to the end of 2026.

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm.

About the role

We are looking for a strong Accounts Assistant who can fulfil a fast-paced standalone bookkeeping role supporting the business with all aspects of finance support, covering sales and purchase ledger, payments and bank reconciliations and other financial administration duties.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to spin many plates and will have excellent attention to detail.

Duties

Manage the purchase ledger function - posting purchase invoices onto the system, reviewing aged creditors to ensure all supplier accounts are clean and up to date. Manage the sales ledger function - raise daily sales invoices. Bank reconciliations - preparing and posting bank transactions. Allocating payments in and out, updating bank reconciliation logs and credit card reconciliations. Preparing and actioning payment runs along with posting, allocating & reconciling suppliers. Manage day-to-day transactions - entering and maintaining financial information on our software OrderWise. Update FX currency rates into Orderwise system - weekly. Keep materials, shipping and carriage journals up to date and generate reports as required for plastic packaging tax. Raising and completing purchase orders for back-office purchases. Ensure finance system is up to date for month end and year end. Filing of invoices, statements, and other accounts documentation. Maintain accounting control by following policies and procedures. Provide support with general adhoc administration (i.e., answering the mainline switchboard and fielding phone calls, order consumables, amongst other adhoc duties). Any other duties as reasonably requested.

Requirements

Part Qualified - desirable (AAT / CIMA / ACCA) Previous experience using Orderwise Accounting Software - desirable Previous experience working as accounts assistant, bookkeeper or similar role Ability to work accurately under pressure Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills - with staff and clients/suppliers Flexible - willing to get stuck in and support tasks that may on occasion fall outside of the key job spec Proactive - anticipates needs in advance, will show initiative, drive and enthusiasm and possess a positive "can do" attitude Ability to deal with confidential information and be discreet at all times - must be trustworthy and honest Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs

What is on offer

30 days annual leave Nest Pension scheme Staff discount on products Ability to purchase up to 3 days additional annual leave Employee Assistance Programme End Combustion Programme
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12-13 months

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Bookkeeping: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Maidstone ME15 6ZQ (required)
Work Location: In person