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Vitae Financial Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 13 days
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20 2SA, England
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for an Assistant Accountant in Aylesbury, offering a salary between 30,000 and 35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- This is a full-time, permanent role reporting to the Financial Controller, supporting various finance functions.
- Candidates should have prior experience in a similar role and be studying toward or recently completed their AAT qualification.
- Key responsibilities include processing invoices, handling expenses, reconciling bank accounts, and assisting with financial reporting and audits.
- The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
Aylesbury, Hybrid | Full-Time
30,000 - 35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
We're working with a successful and growing business in Aylesbury to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant. This is a permanent opportunity.
About the Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant will support the finance function across a wide range of transactional and reporting tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take ownership in a varied and fast-paced finance role, with real potential for long-term development.
Key Responsibilities:
Core Finance Duties
* Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and promptly
* Handle staff expenses and petty cash in line with company policies
* Reconcile bank accounts and support weekly payment runs
* Monitor aged debtors and support credit control activities
* Keep PO and invoicing systems updated and accurate
Bookkeeping & System Management
* Maintain accurate records across sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers
* Ensure all transactions are correctly entered into the accounting system
Reporting & Audit Support
* Prepare and update financial reports (e.g. aged debtors, unbilled revenue)
* Assist with monthly reporting and year-end audit preparation
Admin & Team Collaboration
* Respond to internal finance-related queries
* Support continuous improvement efforts across finance processes
* Carry out general financial administration and document management
The Ideal Candidate:
* Prior experience in a similar assistant accountant or finance support role, studying toward/ recently finished the AAT.
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Confident using Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, etc.)
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
Offer & Key Details:
* Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 per annum (DOE)
* Location: Aylesbury - Hybrid working
* Hours: Full-time
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