Accountant

Wade Macdonald; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A well-established organisation in Berkshire is seeking a part-qualified accountant to manage tax and treasury functions. Your responsibilities will include ensuring VAT compliance, conducting bank reconciliations, and providing financial advice to internal teams. Applicants should have a strong understanding of VAT, be detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development within a collaborative finance team.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of VAT and tax regulations required.
• Experience in the education or charity sector is desirable.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage VAT compliance and submit returns.
• Conduct daily bank reconciliations and process invoices.
• Prepare budget reports and assist with year-end processes.
• Support payroll administration and liaise with pension providers.
• Assist with financial planning and reporting.
• Provide financial guidance to internal teams and act as cover for Head of Finance.

Skills

Understanding of VAT and tax regulations

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience

Qualified by experience

Job description

About the Organisation

This role is based at a well-established organisation in Berkshire, set in stunning parkland and providing a supportive and welcoming environment. The organisation is dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. They cultivate a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, work as part of a team, and contribute to a shared mission.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role is responsible for tax and treasury functions, ensuring the financial processes run smoothly. You will handle VAT compliance, banking, invoicing, financial reporting, and payroll support while also acting as cover for the Head of Finance when required.

Duties will include

• Managing VAT compliance, including preparing and submitting returns, reconciling payments, and liaising with external advisors.
• Conducting daily bank reconciliations, processing invoices and expenses, and managing the purchase ledger.
• Preparing budget reports, maintaining the fixed asset register, and assisting with year‑end financial processes.
• Supporting payroll administration, including liaising with pension providers.
• Assisting with financial planning, statutory reporting, and cash flow forecasting.
• Providing financial advice and guidance to internal teams.

About You

You will be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience, with a strong understanding of VAT and tax regulations. Experience in the education or the charity sector is desirable. You should be highly organised, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

What You Will Receive in Return

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment, as well as the chance to be part of a well-respected organisation with a close-knit and collaborative finance team.