Accounts Assistant

Carter Jonas LLP; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established property management company in Oxford is searching for an Accounts Assistant to support accounts receivable and payable processes. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing tenant recharges, and maintaining records. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Health cash plans

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work to deadlines is essential.
• Good understanding of IT systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices with accurate coding.
• Manage tenant recharges and assist with payment runs.
• Maintain electronic records of invoices and transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Our Client Accounts department is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team based in Oxford, Summertown. The role will assist with the accounts receivable and accounts payable processes for the Commercial client portfolio. The post holder will help to ensure the highest level of service is delivered to both clients and property managers.

Overview – about the team

Our Oxford office has over 100 professionals across our main divisions which means there are lots of exciting events going on with various office socials, health & wellbeing and fundraising activities to get involved in.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices with accurate general ledger coding
• Manage tenant recharges
• Assist in preparing weekly payment runs and supplier remittances
• Maintain electronic records of invoices, transactions, and vendor communications
• Handle purchase ledger queries and liaise with suppliers via email and phone to investigate and resolve issues
• Organise and plan workload effectively, raising concerns or issues promptly
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring efficient and effective support
• Create and maintain creditor accounts in accordance with RICS client money regulations
• Respond to tenant queries, produce statements, and handle copy invoice requests
• Post daily bank receipts
• Support other members of the client accounts team and provide cover during absences

What will it take to be successful?

If you are an ambitious and effective individual with an eye for numbers and detail, we want to hear from you. Ideally you will have prior experience in a similar role, however, we are open to those looking to start their career in finance, or perhaps looking for a career change. You will have the ability to work to deadlines, strong communication skills and a good understanding of IT systems including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Previous experience gained within the property industry is highly desirable but not essential.

Benefits

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage.