Accounts Assistant

University of East Anglia; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Accounts Assistant in the Finance and Planning Division of a prestigious institution. This full-time role involves processing daily cashbooks, managing reconciliations, and supporting auditors. Ideal candidates will possess strong accounting system experience and excellent interpersonal skills. Enjoy a rewarding work environment with generous leave, a robust pension scheme, and a commitment to work-life balance. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to employee well-being and professional development.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Hybrid working policies

Generous pension scheme

Discounted access to Sportspark facilities

Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning

Exclusive shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with computerized accounting systems is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office software required.

Responsibilities

• Process daily cashbook and allocate incoming funds.
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank statements and control accounts.

Skills

Computerized Accounting Systems

Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Investigative Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Finance and Planning Division

Accounts Assistant

Ref: SC4806

Salary on appointment will be £24,344 per annum, with an annual increment up to £25,733 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join the Finance and Planning Division.

The key duties of this role will include processing the daily cashbook and allocating all incoming funds received in the bank, as well as performing daily reconciliations of bank statements and control accounts. You will be responsible for investigating unidentified receipts and providing supporting information to both Internal and External Auditors. Additionally, you will assist the Senior Accounts Assistant in maintaining reconciliations and registers of payment terminals. The role also involves handling all aspects of debt collection and monitoring inbox queries, responding to them as required.

Recent experience of working with modern computerised accounting systems is essential, as well as good working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office software. You will have independent investigative skills, excellent interpersonal skills, accuracy, and attention to detail, and be able to meet all the essential criteria detailed in the person specification.

This full-time post is available immediately on an indefinite basis.

Benefits include:

• 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days
• Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working, maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, and adoption leave.
• Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
• Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars, and catering outlets.
• Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and public transport discounts.
• Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, and specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 16 May 2025

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