Assistant Accountant/Finance Administrator - XERO

Reed; Fareham; Híbrido; GBP 24.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free on-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

Reed is recruiting an Accounts Assistant for their Fareham-based office. The role involves supporting the day-to-day finance function, handling Purchase Ledger, reconciliations, and payments, with hybrid working after a settling-in period.

Applicants should have experience with Xero and Excel and be able to drive to the office. The successful candidate will join a small finance team, gain exposure to month-end activities, and contribute to accurate financial records and stakeholder support.

Formación

• Experience with Xero and Excel in everyday accounting tasks.
• Knowledge of Purchase Ledger processes and bank reconciliations.
• Experience in preparing payments and processing supplier invoices.

Responsabilidades

• Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain and administer Purchase Ledger and supplier invoices.
• Prepare and run payments for approval.
• Perform routine bank reconciliations and data entry checks.
• Support month-end processes and reporting with the Senior Finance Manager.

Conocimientos

Xero

Excel

Purchase Ledger

Bank Reconciliation

Invoices & Payments

Sage

Educación

AAT qualification

Herramientas

Sage

Descripción del empleo

Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-Based (Hybrid working may be considered following a successful probationary period)
Start Date: Immediate Start Available (notice periods will be considered)
Benefits: Free On-Site Parking

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a growing business based near Fareham. This is an excellent opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive finance team, working closely with the Senior Finance Manager and gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently while providing first-class internal and external stakeholder support.

Due to the location of the business, applicants must have access to their own vehicle and be able to drive to and from the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing all financial transactions accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining and administering Purchase Ledger
• Matching, batching and coding supplier invoices
• Performing routine Bank Reconciliations
• Preparing payment runs for approval and processing
• Managing the accounts mailbox, responding to queries and directing enquiries to the appropriate team members
• Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal departments to resolve account queries
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity
• Processing and checking financial data using Sage and Xero accounting systems and Excel
• Supporting prep for month-end processes and reporting requirements
• Providing administrative and accounting support to the Senior Finance Manager
• Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator or Finance Assistant role
• Practical experience using Xero accounting systems
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience of Purchase Ledger processes
• Experience matching, batching and coding invoices
• Bank reconciliation experience
• Experience preparing payments and payment runs

Desirable

• AAT qualification or currently studying towards an accountancy qualification

Personal Attributes

• Meticulous and accurate approach to work
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Able to prioritise workloads effectively
• Positive and professional attitude
• Reliable and dependable
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

What's On Offer?

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Immediate start available
• Notice periods considered
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities
• Hybrid working available after an agreed settling-in period
• Opportunity for professional development and long-term career progression