Assistant Accountant

Vitae Financial Recruitment; Kingsey; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant in Aylesbury for a temporary-to-permanent role. Responsibilities include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate has prior experience and is proficient in Excel and accounting software like Sage or Xero. This full-time position offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, with an immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar assistant accountant or finance support role.
• Confident using Excel and accounting software.
• Available to start immediately or within 1 week.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and promptly.
• Reconcile bank accounts and support weekly payment runs.
• Prepare and update financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software experience

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Assistant Accountant (Temporary to Permanent) – Aylesbury, Hybrid Full-Time Temp to Perm

Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

We're working with a successful and growing business in Aylesbury to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, ideally suited to someone who is immediately available or on short notice (1 week or less).

About the Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant will support the finance function across a wide range of transactional and reporting tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take ownership in a varied and fast-paced finance role, with real potential for long-term development.

Key Responsibilities

• Core Finance Duties
  • Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and promptly
  • Handle staff expenses and petty cash in line with company policies
  • Reconcile bank accounts and support weekly payment runs
  • Monitor aged debtors and support credit control activities
  • Keep PO and invoicing systems updated and accurate
• Bookkeeping & System Management
  • Maintain accurate records across sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers
  • Ensure all transactions are correctly entered into the accounting system
• Reporting & Audit Support
  • Prepare and update financial reports (e.g. aged debtors, unbilled revenue)
  • Assist with monthly reporting and year-end audit preparation
• Admin & Team Collaboration
  • Respond to internal finance-related queries
  • Support continuous improvement efforts across finance processes
  • Carry out general financial administration and document management

The Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience in a similar assistant accountant or finance support role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident using Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Available to start immediately or within 1 week

Offer & Key Details

• Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 per annum (DOE)
• Location: Aylesbury - Hybrid working
• Hours: Full-time
• Contract: Temporary to Permanent
• Start Date: ASAP

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