At a Glance
- Tasks: Support international clients with finance functions and assist in management accounts.
- Company: Dynamic Cheltenham firm with a focus on international clients.
- Benefits: 25 days leave, parking, and study support for your career growth.
- Other info: Great opportunity to build trust and develop communication skills.
- Why this job: Kickstart your accountancy career while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Desire to pursue an accountancy qualification and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Your new company is a central-based Cheltenham firm.
Your new role involves working as part of a management accounts team supporting international clients. You will assist senior team members in delivering finance functions for a portfolio of international clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Payroll administration
- Accounts payable processing and payments
- Management of client funds
- Employee expense reimbursements
- Preparation of management accounts
- VAT and other indirect tax support
- International HR coordination
Key tasks involve:
- Posting invoices and expense claims into accounting systems
- Raising payments from client bank accounts
- Reviewing payroll and services completed by overseas offices
- Setting up bookkeeping in systems such as Xero, and configuring beneficiaries in banking platforms
- Assisting with monthly management accounts in dual currencies
- Supporting compliance queries related to statutory accounts and year-end reporting
- Attending client calls and documenting actions
- Liaising with UK and overseas offices to follow up on services
- Responding to client queries and escalating issues to supervisors
- Performing administrative duties and handling ad hoc queries with initiative
- Ensuring all work is delivered to agreed deadlines
What you'll need to succeed:
- Desire to pursue an accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/AAT)
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly
- Willingness to share knowledge and conduct research as needed
- Awareness of risk and commitment to producing high-quality work first time
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting systems such as Xero and NetSuite
- Keen attention to detail
What you'll get in return:
- 25 days leave
- Parking
- Study support
- Great team to work with
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Accounts Assistant in Cheltenham employer: Hays Senior Finance
Join a leading and rapidly growing service and wholesale group based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, where you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance with hybrid working options. As a Senior Financial Accountant, you will not only oversee a small team but also have ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive culture that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning. With competitive salary packages and a focus on employee well-being, this company stands out as an excellent employer for finance professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
