Accounts Assistant

Vardey Recruitment; Hurn; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study support

Career growth

On-site facilities

Job summary

Vardey Recruitment is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team in Christchurch, Dorset. This role supports study toward accounting qualifications (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) and offers hybrid working, long-term stability and strong development opportunities.

The ideal candidate will reconcil e bank and credit card accounts, post journals, and assist with financial reporting while leveraging Excel and accounting software. A recent Accountancy graduate or current student is welcome.

Qualifications

• Keen to start or currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• A recent Graduate in Accountancy could also be interested in this job ideally with some accountancy experience.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations and bookkeeping - and clear understanding of double entry bookkeeping.
• Knowledge of VAT is essential or highly desirable.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or above).
• Able to manage workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of bank accounts for multiple entities.
• Reconciliation of credit card accounts, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses.
• Preparation and posting of journals, including VAT-related entries.
• Daily posting of direct bankings.
• Supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow information.
• Providing occasional cover for other finance roles and general administrative accounts support.
• Updating of bank mandates.
• Improving processes and project work.

Skills

Reconciliations

Bookkeeping

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Working under pressure

Education

Graduate in Accountancy

Studying towards AAT/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Finance Assistant - Accounts Assistant

Christchurch - near Bournemouth in Dorset | £27,000-£29,000 + Hybrid working, Superb Benefits and Study Support

Vardey Recruitment is working in partnership with a fantastic employer who is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Christchurch Dorset (Near Bournemouth). This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to study or already on their studying journey towards an accounting qualification eg AAT/ACCA/CIMA. This Finance Assistant job would suit someone who is looking to expand their accountancy experience or kick start a career in accountancy!

Key Responsibilities of Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant

• Reconciliation of bank accounts for multiple entities
• Reconciliation of credit card accounts, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses
• Preparation and posting of journals, including VAT-related entries
• Daily posting of direct bankings
• Supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow information
• Providing occasional cover for other finance roles and general administrative accounts support
• Updating of bank mandates
• Improving processes and project work

About You As Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant

• Keen to start or currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• A recent Graduate in Accountancy could also be interested in this job ideally with some accountancy experience.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations and bookkeeping - and clear understanding of double entry bookkeeping
• Knowledge of VAT is essential or highly desirable
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or above)
• Able to manage workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure

Salary & Benefits

• Salary circa £27,000 - £29,000, depending on experience - qualifications
• Full-time, permanent role with long-term stability and career growth
• Full study support
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Supportive and friendly finance team
• Ongoing training and development
• Fantastic staff benefits, including:
• Discounts across the products/retail units
• Use of facilities on site
• Progression within a fantastic finance team!

Additional Information

• Based in Christchurch, Dorset (near Bournemouth)
• Progression and a supportive environment with opportunities to develop finance skills and experience

Ref; Accounts Assistant - Finance Assistant - Dorset- Bournemouth - Christchurch - Accounts Assistant - Graduate - Active Studier - AAT - ACCA/CIMA