Job Title: Assistant Accountant Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
We are a growing childrens social care organisation committed to providing high-quality support and positive outcomes for young people. As part of our continued development, we are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Assistant Accountantto join our finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a proactive approach who is looking to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day transactional finance function, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with internal processes.
Key responsibilities will include:
Undertake all accounting administration from managing the departments post, incoming email, maintaining and filling of all records.
Ensuring the accurate recording of all data within the accounting system
Entering transactional data into Xero accounting for all group companies) Purchase Invoices, Sales Invoices, Expenses, Credit Card transactions)
Daily bank reconciliations for all bank accounts and intercompany accounts for all group companies
Credit Control
Set up Supplier/Client accounts and complete application forms
Reconciliation of general ledgers
Monthly intercompany journals
Preparing monthly prepayment and accruals for review prior to journal posting.
Provide reports as requested from time to time by the Head of Finance
Provide support for budgets and month-end, year-end financial reporting and audit purposes both internally and externally.
About You
Minimum 2 years accounting experience
Minimum 1 years Xero software experience (Essential)
Communicate in a professional manner with all stakeholders
Previous experience in a transactional finance or accounts assistant role
Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and reconciliations
Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Organised, reliable, and able to manage workload effectively
Professional and able to handle confidential information appropriately
What We Offer
The opportunity to work within a supportive and values-led organisation
A collaborative and friendly finance team
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Ongoing professional development
If you are looking to use your finance skills in an organisation that makes a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
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