Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Reading (Office-based)
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum (depending on experience)
About the Client
Our client is a well-established organisation within the Hospitality sector. The organisation prides itself on delivering high standards of service and maintaining a collaborative working environment where finance plays a key role in supporting day-to-day operations. They believe in open communication and transparency, building trust and fostering strong relationships with employees and clients alike.
About the Job
This is a varied Accounts Assistant position supporting the finance function of a fast-paced hospitality environment. The role will involve working across multiple areas of finance, ensuring accurate financial records and supporting the wider team with transactional accounting tasks.
Duties will include:
1. Processing purchase invoices and ensuring accurate coding and posting
2. Managing supplier accounts and assisting with payment runs
3. Raising and processing sales invoices and reconciling incoming payments
4. Performing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
5. Assisting with daily revenue reconciliation from hotel systems
6. Supporting month-end processes including accruals and prepayments
7. Maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with reporting
8. Liaising with operational teams to resolve finance-related queries
About the Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a finance or accounts assistant role, notably in the hospitality sector and a solid understanding of transactional accounting processes. Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Proficiency with Excel and accounting software is beneficial, and those studying towards AAT or similar will be viewed favourably.
What You Will Receive in Return
You will join a supportive finance team within a well-established hospitality organisation where you can develop broad accounting experience. The role offers exposure to all-round finance responsibilities, opportunities for progression, and a collaborative workplace culture. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from a stable working environment and the chance to build your finance career within a dynamic operational setting.