Assistant Accountant

Page Personnel Finance ,
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £24,000 per annum

Overview

Our client is a well respected local employer in Oxford looking to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant for this small Finance team. Client Details Our client is a well respected local employer on the outskirts on Oxford offering a generous benefits package and onsite parking. The offices are in a very pleasant location within easy reach of the Oxford ringroad. This opportunity offers a long term stable role with varied responsibilities within a small Finance team. Description The Assistant Accountant will be responsible for: Reporting to the Finance Manager, assist the Finance Manager with all accounting related tasks and deputising in his absence Oversee and manage the Purchase Ledger clerk, getting involved any queries when required Prepare the month end file for the management accounts Assisting with the month end reporting Bank reconciliations Posting journals, accruals, prepayments Be responsible for the outstanding debt and chasing to ensure timely payment Help improve current internal controls and document and implement procedures. Other ad hoc tasks required by the Finance Manager when required. Profile The successful Assistant Accountant will be: AAT Qualified Have previous experience in a similar role with experience of Grants or Funding Strong background in double entry bookkeeping or ledger work Strong Excel skills Be reliable and hardworking with a professional work ethic Excellent communication skills Job Offer The salary on offer is £24,000 - £28,000 with a generous benefits package.