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Accounts Assistant
- christchurch, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent
- Full time
- Hybrid
Job Description
Finance Assistant - Accounts Assistant
Christchurch - near Bournemouth in Dorset |
£27,000-£30,000 + Hybrid working, Superb Benefits and Study Support
Key Responsibilities of Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant
- Reconciliation of bank accounts for multiple entities
- Reconciliation of credit card accounts, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses
- Preparation and posting of journals, including VAT-related entries
- Daily posting of direct bankings
- Supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow information
- Providing occasional cover for other finance roles and general administrative accounts support
- Updating of bank mandates
- Improving processes and project work
About You As Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant
- Keen to start or currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA,CIMA or equivalent)
- A recent Graduate in Accountancy could also be interested in this job ideally with some accountancy experience.
- Strong understanding of reconciliations and bookkeeping - and clear understanding of double entry bookkeeping
- Knowledge of VAT is essential or highly desirable
- Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational and analytical skills
- Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or above)
- Able to manage workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure
Salary & Benefits
- Salary circa £27,000 - £30,000, depending on experience - qualifications
- Full-time, permanent role with long-term stability and career growth
- Full study support
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Supportive and friendly finance team
- Ongoing training and development
- Fantastic staff benefits, including:
- Discounts across the products/retail units
- Use of facilities on site
- Progression within a fantastic finance team!
Additional Information
- Based in Christchurch, Dorset (near Bournemouth)
- Progression and a supportive environment with opportunities to develop finance skills and experience