Location: Bracknell, Berkshire. UK.
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time, office-based. Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with strong Excel skills and a passion for accuracy? We are currently recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic and collaborative accounts team at a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied role and enjoys taking ownership of the Accounts Receivable (AR) function while also contributing to wider finance tasks, including Accounts Payable and Credit Control.
Key Responsibilities:
As the Accounts Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth financial operations across the sales ledger. Your responsibilities will include:
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Raising and issuing accurate sales invoices in a timely manner.
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Performing weekly credit control and managing aged debt effectively.
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Allocating incoming customer receipts against the correct accounts.
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Preparing and distributing monthly customer statements.
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Maintaining strong relationships with clients to resolve queries and ensure timely payments.
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Providing support to the Accounts Payable function during busy periods or as needed.
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Assisting with year-end audit preparation and documentation.
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Carrying out ad hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks as requested by management.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
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Solid Excel skills – confident with formulas, lookups, and data manipulation.
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Experience using QuickBooks is preferred, but not essential.
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Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
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Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – to liaise effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
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The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a small, close-knit finance team.
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their experience in finance within a supportive and professional environment. The business values collaboration, personal development, and a commitment to delivering high-quality financial services.