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Accounts Assistant

Reed
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Windsor, Berkshire SL4 4AY, England

Contract type

Full Time

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.

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  • The Accounts Assistant position is located in Windsor, Berkshire and is a full-time role focused on supporting day-to-day finance administration.
  • Candidates should have 3-4 years of accountancy experience covering accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control, along with proficiency in accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks.
  • The ideal applicant will be studying towards AAT or have just started ACCA/CIMA, with aspirations for growth within the company.
  • Key responsibilities include processing invoices, managing credit control, and assisting with monthly management reports and reconciliations.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, reflecting the candidate's qualifications and potential for growth.

Accounts Assistant

  • Location: Windsor, Berkshire
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an Accounts Assistant who wants to progress and grow to support with day-to-day finance administration. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proficient in accounting software, and has a strong background in finance administration.  Ideally you will be studying AAT exams or just started ACCA/CIMA and looking to take on extra responsibility in a few years. Not looking for someone with too much experience.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Print and log incoming invoices on accounts payable/Sage, issue them for sign-off, and update Sage/accounts once payment is made.
  • Process sales invoices and load them onto Sage.
  • Manage credit control, including the management of the accounts receivable ledger, chasing outstanding debtors, and answering supplier queries.
  • Support the preparation of monthly management reports, print end-of-month reports, and distribute them to the board.
  • Assist Contract Managers in updating the CVR form for client projects.
  • Handle invoices and statements hard copy filing.
  • Conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
  • Perform daily bank reconciliation with Sage.
  • Support the weekly payment run process.
  • Manage expenses; check receipts, calculate VAT, and totals.
  • Provide cover for the Accounts Assistant as needed.
  • Assist with updating internal processes to drive efficiencies in the finance department.
  • Serve as a point of contact to answer queries from external auditors during the annual audit.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Competence and experience with accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks.
  • 3-4 years accountancy experience covering AP, AR and CC
  • Ideally studying towards AAT or just started ACCA/CIMA (you should be looking to grow with the company)
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proven experience in finance administration, particularly in handling accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports.

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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.