Assistant Accountant

Assistant AccountantLocation: ReadingSalary: 30,000 - 35,000Package: 25 days holiday + AAT/CIMA/ACCA study support + pension, private medical and discretionary bonusHybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from homeReporting to: Finance Manager The RoleWe''re looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our small, friendly and highly efficient finance team for our UK based client Reading.Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you''ll play an important role across the day-to-day finance functions, with responsibility for monthly billing, accounts receivable, reconciliations and supporting the month-end accounts process.This is a great opportunity for someone who is part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA/AAT, and who is keen to broaden their experience and take on more responsibility over time - as well as assist with an imminent systems implementation.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of key finance processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and deadlines are consistently met.Oversee the Sales Ledger duties, monitoring overdue balances and supporting effective credit control and debt recovery.Complete the daily bank, credit card and expense reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies.Support the month-end and year-end close, ensuring financial information is accurate and delivered within deadlines.Manage the monthly billing process, ensuring invoices are accurate, complete and issued on time.Prepare and review monthly balance sheet ..... full job details .....