Accounts Assistant in Newbury

Accounts Assistant in Newbury

Newbury Full-Time 30000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sheridan Maine London

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Match supplier invoices, process expenses, and assist with management accounts preparation.
  • Company: Join a well-established organisation in West Berkshire with a supportive finance team.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, on-site parking, and AAT study support.
  • Other info: Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time.
  • Why this job: Ideal for those looking to develop their accounting career with varied responsibilities.
  • Qualifications: Solid understanding of accounting principles and previous finance experience required.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and successful organisation based in West Berkshire. This permanent position offers a varied role within a supportive finance team, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their accounting career and gain exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

  • Matching supplier invoices to purchase orders
  • Processing employee expenses and petty cash transactions
  • Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
  • Preparing payment runs, including BACS and cheque payments
  • Assisting with the preparation and distribution of management accounts packs
  • Reviewing timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Posting journals and carrying out financial analysis as required
  • Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc accounting duties

Desired skills and experience:

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles
  • Previous experience working within a finance environment
  • Strong IT skills
  • Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines

What's on Offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • On-site parking
  • AAT study support for the right candidate
  • Full training and ongoing development opportunities
  • Exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities within a friendly and supportive team

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Accounts Assistant in Newbury employer: Sheridan Maine London

This successful organisation in West Berkshire offers a friendly finance team and ongoing development opportunities. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and on-site parking, making it an attractive workplace for aspiring accountants.

Sheridan Maine London

Contact Details:

Sheridan Maine London Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant in Newbury

Understanding of Accounting Principles
Invoice Matching
Expense Processing
Reconciliation Skills
Payment Processing (BACS and Cheque)
Management Accounts Preparation
Timesheet Review