Accounts Assistant

Our client based in Worcestershire is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their business. The role is hybrid and paying up to £30k plus study support.

What you'll do:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring all financial records are accurate and up to date.
• Process purchase and sales invoices efficiently while maintaining ledgers and performing regular bank reconciliations to support robust financial management.
• Prepare VAT returns in line with current regulations and assist clients with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance requirements.
• Support the preparation of management accounts by assisting with month-end processes and providing timely financial information to both clients and senior colleagues.
• Investigate anomalies within client accounts proactively, resolving queries with care and attention to detail to maintain high standards of service.
• Build strong relationships with clients by delivering excellent service, understanding their needs, and acting as a dependable point of contact for finance-related matters.
• Utilise cloud-based accounting platforms confidently to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within client accounts, suggesting efficiencies that add value to both the client experience and internal operations.
• Work collaboratively within the finance team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues as you study towards professional qualifications with full organisational backing.

What you bring:

• You are AAT Level 3 qualified or currently studying towards this qualification (or possess equivalent practical experience), demonstrating commitment to your professional development.
• Your proficiency with Microsoft Excel enables you to analyse data accurately and efficiently as part of daily financial operations.
• You are confident using cloud accounting software and can quickly adapt to new technologies that enhance client service delivery.
• Your organisational abilities ensure that deadlines are met consistently without compromising on quality or attention to detail.
• You bring curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new concepts within finance, always seeking ways to improve processes or expand your knowledge base.
• Your communication skills allow you to build rapport easily with clients and colleagues alike, fostering trust through clear explanations and responsive support.
• You demonstrate reliability by following through on commitments made both internally within the team and externally with clients.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates