Accounts Assistant - Reed : Job Details

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.

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
• 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.