Finance Officer

Austin Banks; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Banks is looking for a proactive Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. The role involves high-volume bank reconciliations, preparation and maintenance of the trial balance, and assisting with monthly management reporting.

You will support the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise on audit matters, while developing financial analysis and cash flow forecasting. The ideal candidate is AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent experience), able to work independently, with strong Excel

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or equivalent work experience
• Previous experience in a similar accounts role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience preparing for audits and statutory accounts
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage workload effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Sage and Xero required

Responsibilities

• High-volume bank reconciliations
• Preparation and maintenance of trial balance
• Assisting with monthly management reporting
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts
• Audit preparation and liaison with external auditors
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Experience of cash flow forecasting and management
• Processing day-to-day accounting transactions
• Working closely with the Finance Director/Finance Controller to support the smooth running of the finance function

Skills

AAT Level 3/4

Accounts role experience

Accounting principles

Audits/statutory accounts

Attention to detail

Independent/workload management

Analytical/problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Sage/Xero

Education

AAT Level 3/4 qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualified (or have equivalent practical experience) and be confident working independently while supporting the Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

• High-volume bank reconciliations
• Preparation and maintenance of trial balance
• Assisting with monthly management reporting
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts
• Audit preparation and liaison with external auditors
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Experience of cash flow forecasting and management
• Processing day-to-day accounting transactions
• Working closely with the Finance Director/Finance Controller to support the smooth running of the finance function

Skills & Experience

• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or equivalent work experience
• Previous experience in a similar accounts role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience preparing for audits and statutory accounts
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage workload effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Sage and Xero required