Accounts Assistant

FryerMiles; Wantage; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Job summary

FryerMiles is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Wantage, Oxfordshire. The role offers hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office and a salary range of £26,000 to £28,500 per year, plus study support.

You will join a growing finance team to support accounts receivable, invoicing, debt collection, and cash allocation while maintaining accurate financial records and providing timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting or finance systems.
• Previous experience within an accounts receivable, credit control, or finance administration role.
• Takes ownership and accountability for their work.
• Proactive, "can-do" approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the aged debt ledger.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up overdue accounts by telephone and email.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on aged receivables.
• Raise sales invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Support general finance administration and assist with ad hoc finance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, and relevant accounting standards.

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

Accounts receivable

Credit control

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Finance systems

Job description

Reference

JOB-1808

Salary

£26,000 - £28,500/annum

Job Location

- United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- Oxfordshire -- Wantage

Job Type

Permanent

Accounts Assistant - Wantage, Oxfordshire - £26,000 - £28,500 + Study support - Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office

FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a PE backed company who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team. This role will support the Accounts Receivable function, helping to ensure timely invoicing, efficient debt collection, accurate cash allocation, and excellent financial record keeping.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, building relationships, and contributing to the smooth running of a busy finance department. As a newly created role this will be an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the aged debt ledger.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and proactively follow up overdue accounts by telephone and email.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on aged receivables.
• Raise sales invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Support general finance administration and assist with ad hoc finance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, and relevant accounting standards.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with accounting or finance systems.
• Previous experience within an accounts receivable, credit control, or finance administration role.
• Takes ownership and accountability for their work.
• Has a proactive, "can-do" approach.