Assistant Accountant

ORKA FINANCIAL; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial recruitment firm is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team in Reading. The role involves managing diverse client portfolios and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Ideal candidates are studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT and possess strong accounting and communication skills.

Benefits

Excellent company benefits

Hybrid model

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Currently studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting tasks for clients.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations for all accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

Studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT

Job description

Location: Berkshire
Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 Per Annum

Orka Financial is recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join their clients growing finance team based in Reading. To take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial information while supporting regulatory compliance and client communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting tasks for a portfolio of clients.
• Complete monthly reconciliations across all balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Finalise and deliver comprehensive management accounts packs.
• Compile and submit VAT returns in line with statutory deadlines.
• Assist with the production of year-end financial statements
• Prepare FCA regulatory filings in accordance with reporting standards.
• Support the calculation and review of P11D benefits and PSA submissions.
• Act as a key point of contact for auditors, facilitating the upload of documentation across various platforms.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a similar role
• Currently studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Excellent company benefits, hybrid model, career progression

Please contact [e-mail] or call 07708 912000 for further details