Finance Assistant (AAT student or planning to study later in your career)
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 + study support (AAT, ACCA, etc.)
Location: Wokingham - full-time, 5 days a week in the office
Our client has experienced increased demand for its wide range of products and is now seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to support their growth ambitions this year. They are committed to investing in their people, fostering a culture where employees can thrive and succeed.
Reporting to the Finance Manager and working alongside an experienced finance team of 8, you will be a hands-on, collaborative Finance Assistant. Ideally, you will have recent experience in a similar role within a busy, fast-paced environment, demonstrating all-round finance skills. The role requires the ability to multi-task across various entities within the Group.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Processing invoices and receipts
2. Managing payment runs – weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc
3. Supporting month-end tasks with the Management Accountant
4. Data entry and reporting
5. Inputting financial data into accounting systems and maintaining databases
6. Bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and daily cash postings
7. Maintaining accurate and organized digital and physical records of financial documents
8. Providing administrative support to the finance department, including queries, scheduling, and inter-department coordination
9. Supporting the Financial Manager and FD as needed
Ideal candidate profile:
1. Studying towards AAT or eager to start AAT studies, or seeking to gain more finance experience
2. Recent experience in a similar SME environment
3. Ability to multi-task effectively
4. Excellent collaboration skills, capable of working with stakeholders at all levels
This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 12% annual bonus (paid quarterly), pension, healthcare, and opportunities for long-term career progression. Please note, the role is fully office-based in modern offices accessible by public transport; owning a car is preferred.
For more details about this excellent Finance Assistant opportunity near Wokingham, please contact us. Long-term career growth is available for all successful candidates.
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