Job DescriptionThis role provides accurate and timely administrative and accounting support to the finance function, ensuring strict deadlines are consistently met. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working both independently and as part of a team.Key Responsibilities<ul data-start="389" data-end="1236"><li data-end="604" data-start="389">Process a high volume of accounts payable invoices using accounting systems (e.g. Xero), including data entry or import, uploading invoices and supporting documentation, obtaining approvals, and accurate coding.</li><li data-end="664" data-start="605">Prepare and issue remittance advices following payment.</li><li data-start="665" data-end="757">Assist with preparing data for upload to the bank for approval of weekly payment cycles.</li><li data-start="758" data-end="911">Respond to internal and external queries via email by liaising with relevant departments and utilising accounting systems to resolve issues promptly.</li><li data-start="912" data-end="1040">Perform supplier statement reconciliations and daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and complete financial records.</li><li data-end="1141" data-start="1041">Support monthly customer invoicing processes, including preparation of supporting documentation.</li><li data-end="1236" data-start="1142">Provide administrative and transactional assistance to the wider finance team as required.</li></ul>All duties must be carried out in line with applicable quality management and information security requirements, maintaining confidentiality at all times and acting impartially, with any potential conflicts of interest declared to management.Skills and AttributesThe successful candidate will be highly IT literate, with strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to liaising with operational teams and other departments.This role requires sound day-to-day decision-making, effective time management, and a high level of attention to detail, particularly when working with large volumes of data. The ability to self-manage workload and priorities, work accurately, and consistently meet deadlines is critical. A flexible, team-focused "can-do" attitude is expected to support the changing needs of the business.Qualifications and ExperiencePrevious experience working in a similar administrative or accounting environment is required.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDkzNjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">

Accounts Assistant

Wokingham, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
28000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
Job DescriptionThis role provides accurate and timely administrative and accounting support to the finance function, ensuring strict deadlines are consistently met. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working both independently and as part of a team.Key Responsibilities<ul data-start="389" data-end="1236"><li data-end="604" data-start="389">Process a high volume of accounts payable invoices using accounting systems (e.g. Xero), including data entry or import, uploading invoices and supporting documentation, obtaining approvals, and accurate coding.</li><li data-end="664" data-start="605">Prepare and issue remittance advices following payment.</li><li data-start="665" data-end="757">Assist with preparing data for upload to the bank for approval of weekly payment cycles.</li><li data-start="758" data-end="911">Respond to internal and external queries via email by liaising with relevant departments and utilising accounting systems to resolve issues promptly.</li><li data-start="912" data-end="1040">Perform supplier statement reconciliations and daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and complete financial records.</li><li data-end="1141" data-start="1041">Support monthly customer invoicing processes, including preparation of supporting documentation.</li><li data-end="1236" data-start="1142">Provide administrative and transactional assistance to the wider finance team as required.</li></ul>All duties must be carried out in line with applicable quality management and information security requirements, maintaining confidentiality at all times and acting impartially, with any potential conflicts of interest declared to management.Skills and AttributesThe successful candidate will be highly IT literate, with strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to liaising with operational teams and other departments.This role requires sound day-to-day decision-making, effective time management, and a high level of attention to detail, particularly when working with large volumes of data. The ability to self-manage workload and priorities, work accurately, and consistently meet deadlines is critical. A flexible, team-focused "can-do" attitude is expected to support the changing needs of the business.Qualifications and ExperiencePrevious experience working in a similar administrative or accounting environment is required.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDkzNjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-16T16:30:17Z