Accounts Assistant

Wade Macdonald; Wallingford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Car Scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Retail discounts

Enhanced Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Wade Macdonald are partnering with a growing organisation to recruit an Accounts Assistant in Wallingford. You will join the busy finance team, report to the Finance Manager and help maintain accurate records while supporting daily accounting activities.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, supporting reconciliations, coordinating payments, and assisting with month-end duties across multiple entities. The role offers hybrid working and a range of benefits as listed in the advert.

Qualifications

• Experience in transactional finance with strong Excel and a good understanding of accounting processes.
• AAT qualification and familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains would be advantageous.
• Organised, detail-focused and able to communicate with colleagues at all levels; proactive and able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices, checking supporting documentation and ensuring correct approvals.
• Investigate invoice differences and respond to supplier enquiries.
• Coordinate payment runs and prepare transactions for approval.
• Complete bank reconciliations, including accounts held in different currencies.
• Maintain financial spreadsheets and supporting reconciliation schedules.
• Assist with customer billing and allocating incoming receipts when required.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial procedures and improve efficiency.
• Support onboarding of additional business entities into existing finance processes.
• Liaise with colleagues across finance and other departments to resolve queries.
• Prepare accurate month-end information for the management accounting team.

Skills

Excel

Accounting knowledge

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Wallingford - £28,000 / £30,000 - Hybrid working

About the Client

Wade Macdonald are working with a growing organisation with an expanding portfolio of businesses across the UK and internationally. They offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where individual contributions are valued, and employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work. With continued business growth, they provide opportunities for professional development and career progression within a dynamic and ambitious organisation.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting activities and helping to ensure the smooth running of finance operations across several business entities.

Duties will include:

• Processing purchase invoices, checking supporting documentation and ensuring correct approvals are obtained
• Investigating invoice differences and responding to supplier enquiries
• Coordinating payment runs and preparing transactions for approval
• Completing bank reconciliations, including accounts held in different currencies
• Maintaining financial spreadsheets and supporting reconciliation schedules
• Assisting with customer billing and allocating incoming receipts when required
• Identifying opportunities to streamline financial procedures and improve efficiency
• Supporting the onboarding of additional business entities into existing finance processes
• Liaising with colleagues across finance and other departments to resolve queries
• Preparing accurate month-end information for the management accounting team

About the Successful Applicant

You will ideally have previous experience in transactional finance, with strong Excel skills and a good understanding of accounting processes. An AAT qualification and familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains would be advantageous. You will be organised, detail-focused and confident communicating with colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach, excellent time management and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential.

What You Will Receive in Return

• Hybrid working
• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Car Scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discounted gym membership
• Retail discounts
• Enhanced Pension
• Employee Assistant Programme