Our Client Accounts department is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team based in Oxford, Summertown. The role will report into the Accounts Manager and will support the process of supplier payments in a smooth and timely fashion. In addition, the post holder will help to ensure the delivery of the highest level of service to internal and external stakeholder.
You will be assisting the accounting processes, routines, and procedures in connection with the Commercial client portfolio ensuring the best service is provided to both clients and property managers.
Please note: this is an entry level full-time role, for an immediate start. As the role is based in Summertown, Oxford, ideally, you will live within a commutable distance.
We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage.
Key tasks:
1. Invoice processing ensuring accurate coding to the general ledger
2. Recharges to tenants
3. Assisting in the preparation of weekly payment runs and remittances to suppliers
4. Maintaining electronic organisation of all invoices, related transactions and vendor communications
5. Organise and plan workload effectively; raise any concerns or issues early
6. Develop long-term, positive working relationships with internal and external customers and ensure they receive effective and efficient support
7. Create and maintain creditor accounts on database following RICS client monies regulations
8. Support other members of the client accounts team and provide cover in periods of absence of other team members.
What will it take to be successful?
If you are an ambitious and effective individual with an eye for numbers and detail, we want to hear from you. Ideally you will have prior experience in a similar role, however, we are open to those looking to start their career in finance, or perhaps looking for a career change. You will have the ability to work to deadlines, strong communication skills and a good understanding of IT systems including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Previous experience gained within the property industry is highly desirable but not essential.