Accounts Executive

Reed; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle to work

Performance bonus

Employee discounts

Birthday day off

Team events

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Accounts Executive to join the finance team in Gloucester. The role focuses on supporting day-to-day financial operations, maintaining client ledgers, and ensuring accurate processing of receipts and payments.

The ideal candidate has about a year of accounts experience, strong numerical skills, and a proactive attitude. This full-time position offers training, progression, and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Approximately 1 year of accounts experience.
• Sales ledger experience advantageous.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Processing receipts and payments accurately and efficiently
• Managing and maintaining client account records and ledgers
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and transaction records
• Conducting bank reconciliations
• Using online banking platforms to administer financial transactions
• Assisting operational teams with accounting-related queries
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting regulations and procedures
• Liaising with banking institutions regarding account and transaction queries
• Supporting the finance leadership team with additional accounting and administrative duties as required

Skills

Accounts experience

Sales ledger

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

About the opportunity

Our client is a growing, forward-thinking professional services organisation that prides itself on delivering exceptional customer service through a combination of industry expertise, innovative technology, and a supportive workplace culture. They are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Executive to join their finance team and contribute to their continued success.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a collaborative environment that offers genuine long-term progression, training, and personal development opportunities.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Responsibilities will include:

• Processing receipts and payments accurately and efficiently
• Managing and maintaining client account records and ledgers
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and transaction records
• Conducting bank reconciliations
• Using online banking platforms to administer financial transactions
• Assisting operational teams with accounting-related queries
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting regulations and procedures
• Liaising with banking institutions regarding account and transaction queries
• Supporting the finance leadership team with additional accounting and administrative duties as required

About You

The ideal candidate will be professional, organised, and eager to learn, with a strong eye for detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential/Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Approximately 1 year of accounts experience preferred
• Sales ledger experience advantageous
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to develop professionally

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Employee retail discounts
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Regular team and social events
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive and modern working environment

This position would suit an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, or Sales Ledger professional seeking the next step in their career within a stable and growing organisation.