Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the organisation, ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions and assisting with financial reporting and reconciliations.
This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience working within a finance or accounts environment.
Duties
- Daily processing of bank receipts and finance remittances onto the accounting system.
- Reconciliation of bank accounts and assistance with client money accounting procedures.
- Monitor and maintain accurate financial records.
- Check customer account transactions and investigate any discrepancies.
- Monitor the accounts email inbox and respond to finance-related queries.
- Assist with the collection and management of outstanding customer payments.
- Liaise with insurers, finance companies, banks, and other third parties regarding account queries.
- Support month-end and year-end procedures, including reconciliations and reporting.
- Assist in preparing management information and financial reports.
- Process purchase invoices, sales invoices, and account adjustments.
- Support payroll processing and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
- Maintain accurate customer and supplier account records.
- Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation when required.
- Undertake regular training to comply with FCA regulations and company procedures.
- Carry out any other finance-related duties as reasonably requested.
Requirements
- AAT qualified, studying towards AAT, or equivalent accounting qualification.
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar role.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
If you are passionate about finance and possess the skills necessary to drive our organisation's success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an accounts assistant.
Pay: £26,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in High Wycombe HP13 5DT
