Finance Assistant | Hybrid, Study Support & Growth

Vardey Recruitment Ltd; Christchurch; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full study support

Hybrid working opportunities

Progression within finance team

Discounts across products

Pool and gym usage

Job summary

Vardey Recruitment Ltd partnered role in Christchurch, Dorset seeks a Finance/Accounts Assistant with a focus on reconciliations, bookkeeping and VAT exposure. It offers study support and a path to broader finance responsibilities in a growing team, with hybrid working options.

The ideal candidate is pursuing AC A T/CIMA or similar, numerate, detail-oriented and proficient in Excel and accounting software. Suitable for graduates with accounting experience seeking progression.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• A recent Graduate in Accountancy could also be interested in this job with some experience.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations and bookkeeping.
• VAT knowledge is essential or highly desirable.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or above).
• Able to manage workload, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of bank accounts for multiple entities.
• Reconciliation of credit card accounts, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses.
• Preparation and posting of journals, including VAT-related entries.
• Daily posting of direct bankings.
• Supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow information.
• Providing occasional cover for other finance roles and admin support.
• Updating of bank mandates.
• Improving processes and project work.

Skills

Reconciliations

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Excel

Education

Accounting qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA)

Accountancy degree/Graduate

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Vardey Recruitment Ltd partnered role in Christchurch, Dorset seeks a Finance/Accounts Assistant with a focus on reconciliations, bookkeeping and VAT exposure. It offers study support and a path to broader finance responsibilities in a growing team, with hybrid working options.

The ideal candidate is pursuing AC A T/CIMA or similar, numerate, detail-oriented and proficient in Excel and accounting software. Suitable for graduates with accounting experience seeking progression.