Accounts Assistant

Reed; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Cheltenham on a maternity cover fixed-term contract. The role supports day-to-day finance across multiple entities and contracts with hybrid working in place.

Key duties include processing tenant and supplier payments, managing the purchase ledger, performing reconciliations, and assisting with payroll. You will collaborate with operational teams to resolve financial queries and maintain robust records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance/accounts role.
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger and reconciliations.
• Proficient with Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process tenant, landlord and supplier payments.
• Manage purchase ledger and resolve supplier queries.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Process intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Support month-end finance activities.
• Provide payroll administration support.
• Liaise with operational teams to resolve financial queries.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Reconciliations

Accounting procedures

Excel

Accounting software

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Cheltenham Hybrid Working Available Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)

A successful property and housing services organisation is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team on a maternity cover contract. This is a varied role supporting day-to-day finance operations across multiple entities and contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing tenant, landlord and supplier payments
• Managing purchase ledger and supplier queries
• Performing bank and account reconciliations
• Processing intercompany transactions and recharges
• Supporting month-end finance activities
• Providing payroll administration support and cover
• Liaising with operational teams to resolve financial queries
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation

About You

• Previous experience in a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of purchase ledger, reconciliations and general accounting procedures
• Experience processing a high volume of transactions accurately
• Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with internal stakeholders