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Accounts Assistant

Robert Half
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Accounts Assistant is available in Reading on a 12-month fixed-term contract with a salary of approximately £32,000.
  • The role involves various responsibilities, including downloading bank statements, preparing cashbooks, and assisting with month-end processes.
  • Candidates should have experience with Oracle and a working knowledge of month-end routines, along with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
  • The ideal candidate will be well-organized, able to meet deadlines, and possess strong Excel and IT skills, with exposure to multi-currencies and banking platforms.
  • Suitable applicants with equivalent qualifications and varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply.

Accounts Assistant - Reading - 12-month FTC - Circa £32.000 - Hybrid

I am currently working with a leading business based in Reading who require an Accounts Assistant on a 12 month FTC. This is a varied role working in a fun, fast paced environment.

Key duties:

  • Downloading Bank Statements
  • Preparation of weekly cashbooks
  • Supporting multiple business units with reconciling bank transactions
  • Preparation of monthly cashbook journals
  • Assisting with month end process, calculating provisions for accruals and prepayments.
  • Reviewing intercompany transactions, resolving differences
  • Preparation of month end journals
  • Raising payments on Global Banking platform
  • Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

Attitude & Skills:

  • Experience with Oracle
  • Strong attention to detail and accurate input
  • A working knowledge of month end routines and timings
  • Exposure to multi currencies and use of banking platforms
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Strong Excel and IT skills
  • A positive attitude to change and an energetic and collaborative disposition
  • Well organised, able to work to deadlines and juggle the demands of the business

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.