Job Description

Job description

Highclere Castle Enterprises LLP has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accounts assistant to join our team and be part of a prestigious and globally recognised business.

The ideal candidate will be a bright, hands-on, highly motivated individual who has experience working in a busy accounts office and is able to hit the ground running. He/she must have the ability/flexibility to work to tight deadlines, have sound knowledge of general accounting procedures and processes.

The role would suit someone who is AAT/ACCA qualified or a finalist.

The Role:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Daily bank reconciliations on SAGE 200 and Access database Oversee Purchase Ledgers for two entities including weekly payment runs Monthly & quarterly VAT returns Maintenance of Debtor and Creditor reports ONS Surveys & other statutory reporting obligations Preparation of fortnightly and monthly payrolls Month end close activities (depreciation, accruals & prepayments journals, Balance Sheet Reconciliations) Assisting with the preparation of Financial Accounts Processing customer refunds and vouchers Ad hoc projects and duties as required

Key attributes:

Strong accounting knowledge including double-entry bookkeeping High level of numeracy and accuracy Intermediate Excel skills to include Pivot Tables and VLookups Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to prioritise and work on own initiative Adaptability to learn in-house software system Ability to work to tight deadlines Previous experience in a similar role
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Accounting: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person