Accounts Assistant

Reed Accountancy Oxfordshire are currently working with a central Oxford based organisation who are recruiting a Finance Assistant as part of a small Finance team of five, which closely collaborates with other administration teams. This is a full-time position 40 hours per week.

Job Description: The Finance Assistant’s responsibilities include:

1. Coding of supplier invoices and uploading copies to the accountancy system
   • Ensuring accurate and up-to-date supplier records (in line with fraud prevention procedures)
   • Obtaining relevant authority for payments
   • Processing electronic supplier payments and issuing remittance advices
2. Reviewing supplier statements, handling suppliers’ queries, and maintaining tidy electronic paperwork
   • Maintain accurate records of utilities’ costs for College properties
   • Administering Academic Allowances
   • Coding supplier invoices related to a new construction project (3-4 years)
   • Ensuring partial recovery of input VAT is calculated and recorded correctly

Applicants for this role should demonstrate:

Relevant finance experience of at least one year and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Previous working knowledge of Sage 200 accounts would be useful. Good understanding and experience of accounting principles, internal controls, and common accounting procedures.Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. The post-holder must take responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of their work and be able to conduct investigations and data analysis to support effective expenditure control.

If you are on less than a weeks notice or immediately available, please apply now!