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Job post summary Date posted: 10 September 2026

Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year Job Description:

 Overview Due to sustained and continuing growth , this energy company have an opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their Accounts department on a full-time permanent basis. This role is office based, with a hybrid option of home working upon completion of training.

The successful candidate will play a key supporting role within the finance function, working closely with and supporting the Finance Team, to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations.

Duties

Sales Ledger Management of assigned customer database; managing aged debt, maintaining accurate customer accounts and improving cash collection performance.

Manage and proactively chase outstanding debt in line with agreed payment terms while maintaining strong customer relationships Issue customer statements and follow up overdue balances promptly

Monitor customer accounts and identify overdue or potentially problematic debts

Allocate incoming customer payments accurately and in a timely manner

Reconcile customer accounts and investigate and resolve discrepancies

Reconcile preferred supplier agreements at regular intervals

Conduct credit checks and assist with setting up new customer accounts

Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records

Support monthly debt review meetings with regional teams and provide relevant account information

Assist with Applications for Payment and Retention processes (training provided if required)

Month-End Finance

Support Provide support to the Finance Team during the month-end process, helping to ensure financial information is accurate, complete and available within required deadlines

Help ensure finance records are complete and accurately maintained ahead of month-end close

Provide general administrative and accounting support to the Finance Team as required during busy month-end periods

Complete month end routines, including reconciling sales with regional administrators and ensuring all timesheets have been entered for the period.

Payroll Support

Provide administrative assistance to the Finance Team with the preparation and processing of payroll, expenses and company pensions, working under the direction of the Payroll Manager

Help process payroll-related changes and information in line with agreed procedures

Support payroll deadlines by ensuring relevant information is complete and submitted on time

General Finance Duties

Provide ad hoc administrative and financial support across the Finance Team as required

Assist with finance queries from internal teams, customers and suppliers

Assist with Purchase Ledger process where required

Assist with bank reconciliation Support the wider Finance Team, during periods of increased workload and staff absence

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience in Credit Control, with experience of managing and chasing outstanding customer debt

Experience within a finance or accounts environment, including an understanding of basic financial processes

Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with numerical and financial data

Experience using SAGE 200

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate professionally with customers and colleagues

Ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines, particularly during month end and payroll periods

Flexible, self-motivated and willing to support the wider

Finance Team Full Driving License

Desirable Experience of Purchase Ledger

Experience providing payroll administration or payroll support

Experience working with month-end processes and reconciliations

Experience using Eque2 Construct

Qualifications Minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths

What We Offer Competitive salary EOT Bonus scheme

Be part of an EOT business

Pension scheme

Family private medical insurance

25 days holiday, plus public holidays

Opportunity for hybrid working following training Ongoing

Benefits: Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance

Application question(s): Are you a driver with a car

Experience: Credit Control, - manage & chase outstanding customer debt: 1 year (required)

finance /accts , understanding basic financial processes: 3 years (required)

SAGE 200 or accounts system: 1 year (required)

Word, Excel and Outlook strong: 1 year (required)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills: 1 year (required)

Location: Bourne End SL8 (required)

Pls note this is to start mid October, and is a maternity cover/Job Share/ fixed term contract for 12months

You will be working Monday through to Weds, 9am to 5:30apm in person.

Working for a small family run Property Management company.

Responsible for:- in Summary

Salary: The annual salary is based upon a full-time annual salary of £37,500. The annual salary for the part time role based on the 24 hours as above is calculated pro rata and is £22,500 per annum.

Office Base: Windsor, mostly office based with occasional site inspections.

Duties & Responsibilities

Property Management Systems to be updated and maintained (training to be provided as needed)

o Includes accounting functions: - Bookkeeping – preparation of sales invoices, payroll, supplier invoices and payment run.

- Handling online banking and reconciliations (training can be provided).

- Debtor management where applicable with support from Property Director.

o Property management to be interactive with clients and kept current with statutory inspections, preventive maintenance service, repairs, improvement works and checks on building (under supervision of the Property Director).

Preparing reports, such as tenancy schedules, quarterly financial and debtor (training provided as required).

Undertake ad-hoc administration and occasional post office visits.

Assist Property Director communicate with tenants and suppliers.

Manage the office, including: managing the cleaners, quality presentation of the office, office supplies and contracts (e.g. IT suppliers) and leave calendar.

Systematic filing on the predominantly electronic file system.

Daily post to be scanned, emailed & filed.

Answering incoming calls.

Initial marketing communications with applicants under supervision.

Liaising with the other Office Manager to ensure smooth running of the office, and that duties and responsibilities are communicated and carried out efficiently and correctly.

Skills required: ·

Excellent IT skills – experience of digital databases and Excel.

· Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.

· Good interpersonal skills, patient and assertive – a passion for service.

· Able to work pro-actively and autonomously, showing initiative and persistence – a self-motivated problem solver.

· Also able to take direction and follow through.

· Strong organisational skills, taking ownership of tasks with the persistence to through to completion.

· Able to prioritise and manage a number of tasks concurrently.

· Good written and verbal communication skills.

· Previous experience of supporting a senior level team.

This is a maternity cover contract for 12 months.

The Sales Support Coordinator plays a central role in supporting the successful delivery of sales opportunities, bids, tenders, proposals, and presentations.

Working closely with Sales, Procurement, Project Management, and external partners, the role ensures that all documentation, information, and submissions are completed accurately, professionally, and within required timescales.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while coordinating activities across a range of stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities Bids & Tender Coordination

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of bids, tenders, proposals, and RFI responses.

• Review tender documents and specifications to ensure all submission requirements are identified and addressed.

• Maintain tender trackers and monitor progress against submission deadlines.

• Coordinate internal contributions from Sales, Procurement, Technical, and Delivery teams.

• Ensure all tender responses and bid documents are accurate, compliant, professionally formatted, and submitted on time.

• Assist with the production of customer presentations and supporting documentation.

• Support bid review and approval processes prior to submission. Sales & Project Support

• Assist the sales team in preparing quotations, proposals, and project cost documentation.

• Liaise with suppliers and distributors to obtain pricing, product information, and supporting documentation.

• Support project handovers from Sales to Delivery teams.

• Assist with obtaining information and pricing for project variations and change requests.

• Coordinate administrative activities that support the successful delivery of sales opportunities and projects.

Document & Process Management

• Maintain bid libraries, templates, case studies, and sales collateral.

• Manage bid and project documentation within SharePoint and other company systems.

• Ensure documents are branded and formatted in line with company standards.

• Maintain manufacturer, supplier, and partner contact information.

• Continually support process improvements within the sales support and bid functions.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as a key point of coordination between internal departments and external partners.

• Build positive working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, consultants, and clients.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather and track information required for submissions.

• Support collaboration across Sales, Procurement, Project Management, and Delivery teams.

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate records of bids, opportunities, and submissions.

• Update pipeline and tender tracking systems with the latest information.

• Produce reports and updates as required by management.

• Ensure all bid-related records and documentation remain organised, current, and easily accessible.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely completion and submission of bid and tender documents.

• Accuracy and quality of sales support documentation.

• Effective management of deadlines and workloads.

• Quality and consistency of document control and record keeping.

• Positive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Continuous improvement of sales support processes and standards.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential:

• Previous experience in a sales support, bid coordination, administration, or project support role.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Experience using SharePoint and document management systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

• Professional, proactive, and adaptable approach to work

Desirable:

• Experience within the Audio Visual (AV), Technology, IT, or Workplace Solutions sector.

• Experience supporting tender or bid submissions.

• Knowledge of public sector tender processes.

• Familiarity with project coordination practices.

Core Competencies

• Organisation & Planning

• Attention to Detail

• Communication

• Teamwork & Collaboration

• Customer Focus

• Problem Solving

• Accountability

• Time Management

• Adaptability

• Continuous Improvement