Accounts Technician

Reed; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking an experienced Accounts Technician to join the finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract in the UK. You will support day-to-day financial operations, maintain records, and assist with reporting requirements.

This busy role offers broad exposure within a growing organisation. Ideal candidates will have AA T qualification or be studying towards a professional accounting qualification, with strong Excel and finance system experience, and the ability to work independently to

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Technician or Assistant Accountant role.
• AAT qualification or working towards a professional accounting qualification.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and finance processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process financial transactions accurately.
• Maintain sales and purchase ledgers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and cashbook management.
• Assist with month-end processes and reporting.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Prepare VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements.
• Manage accruals and prepayments.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation.
• Produce financial reports and analysis as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Independent worker

Stakeholder communication

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced Accounts Technician looking for your next opportunity? We are working with a well-established business seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance function where you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes while supporting the wider business.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing financial transactions accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers
• Bank reconciliations and cashbook management
• Assisting with month-end processes and reporting
• Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Preparing VAT returns and statutory reporting requirements
• Managing accruals and prepayments
• Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies
• Assisting with audit preparation and documentation
• Producing financial reports and analysis as required

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Technician, Assistant Accountant, Bookkeeper, or similar finance role
• AAT qualified or studying towards a professional accounting qualification
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and finance processes
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills with finance and non-finance stakeholders

What's on Offer?

Salary between £30,000 - £40,000

12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Opportunity to join a supportive finance team

Varied and hands-on role with broad finance exposure

Immediate impact within a growing organisation