Accounts Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a varied and interesting role. You will be part of a supportive team, handling essential bookkeeping tasks with minimal supervision. This position offers the chance to develop your skills while working in a hybrid environment—3 days in the office and 2 days from home. The role includes managing accounts payable and receivable, processing VAT returns, and performing month-end reconciliations. If you have a background in accounting and are looking for a longer-term opportunity with a competitive hourly rate, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Hybrid working

Good working environment

Internal options to move into other roles

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting role with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle bookkeeping tasks and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable using SAGE software.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and manage tax payments.
• Perform month-end reconciliations and bookkeeping tasks.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts Payable Management

Accounts Receivable Management

VAT Returns Preparation

Credit Control

Bank Reconciliation

Education

Relevant experience in accounting

Tools

SAGE Accounts

SAGE 200 Accounts

Job description

• Accounts Assistant post for up to 12 months
• Varied duties within a welcoming team

About Our Client

This business is one where you will be part of a larger, well-established team and you are expected to do all bookkeeping tasks with minimal supervision. Some training and support is expected for the more complex month-end aspects of the role.

They are just outside central Reading with easy access via public transport and parking on site as well. They are in the office for 3 days a week with 2 working from home. You will report into the Finance Manager who has been in this role for a number of years and is well equipped to support with any queries and onboarding.

Job Description

As an Accounts Assistant, your role will be to:

1. Overseeing accounts payable ledger management using SAGE Accounts.
2. Processing weekly BACS payments for supplier invoices.
3. Preparing, reviewing, and submitting VAT returns to HMRC.
4. Handling TAX, NI, and VAT payments.
5. Managing the accounts receivable ledger using SAGE 200 Accounts.
6. Monitoring aged debtors and credit control, including daily allocation of customer payments.
7. Sending monthly statements to customers and coordinating with management on overdue debts.
8. Performing month-end bank reconciliations and bookkeeping tasks.
9. Managing the company's invoice discounting facility, including weekly uploads and monthly reconciliation.
10. Transferring funds between accounts as required.
11. Overseeing company credit cards and reconciling statements.
12. Posting journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
13. Uploading new direct debit mandates and processing monthly collections.
14. Handling and allocating petty cash.
15. Running bank errands, including cheque deposits.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Accounts Assistant will be someone who has worked in a similar position previously and would be able to come in and complete the tasks listed in the job spec, with minimal supervision.

What's on Offer

On offer for the Accounts Assistant is:

• Start on short notice
• Longer-term temporary position
• Varied and interesting role
• Hybrid working of 3 days in 2 from home
• Competitive hourly rate
• Internal options to move into other roles
• Good working environment