Reed Accountancy are currently exclusively partnered with a Reading based client as they seek an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive finance team based in the town centre.

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience across Accounts Payable and Receivable, with some exposure to month-end processes, who is looking to build on their existing experience and develop their finance career within a progressive environment.

You will be working with and reporting into the Finance Manager and play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function while gaining valuable exposure to month-end activities and wider accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with month-end close processes including journal postings and accruals/prepayments
• Supporting balance sheet reconciliations
• Processing purchase invoices and supplier payments
• Raising sales invoices and supporting credit control activities
• Maintaining accurate financial records and data entry
• Assisting with bank reconciliations
• Supporting with financial reporting and analysis where required
• Handling supplier and internal queries in a timely manner
• Assisting with audit preparation and ad hoc finance projects

To be considered for the role, you will have experience within a Finance role with exposure to month-end activities preferred. You’re keen to take on new challenges and can bring a strong attention to detail, solid organisational skills, and confidence using Excel and Xero. A proactive, positive approach and a genuine willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities are key.

The office works on a hybrid basis with 1 day from home per week. Due to the location there is not parking, however there are local car parks and public transport routes.

If this sounds of interest, then apply today!