Accounts Officer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to support its day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The successful candidate will assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, tax compliance, and audit preparation, while supporting a portfolio of clients. This opportunity is suited to someone with relevant accounting experience who is progressing towards an accounting qualification and looking to further develop their skills.

What is expected of you?

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ledgers, and accounts, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and on time
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, follow up on outstanding payments, and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain organised physical and digital records of invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation
• Support client onboarding, including setting up ledger accounts and completing initial data entry
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts
• Support budget preparation and monitor expenditure against agreed budgets
• Assist with monitoring cash flow and preparing financial forecasts
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Support compliance with applicable financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Assist with the preparation of VAT and corporate income tax returns
• Prepare documentation and respond to information requests during external audits
• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, and auditors
• Continue developing your accounting knowledge and progressing towards your professional qualification

What are you expected to bring?

• Around two to three years of relevant accounting experience
• Preferably studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or approximately halfway through the ACCA qualification
• A sound understanding of basic accounting principles and relevant financial regulations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing and reviewing financial information
• The ability to analyse financial data and carry out accurate reconciliations
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Confidence using accounting software; knowledge of Xero would be considered an asset
• A willingness to adapt to new systems and processes
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development

What's in it for you?

• Parking
• Health insurance
• The opportunity to broaden your practical accounting experience across a range of responsibilities
• Exposure to client accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit processes
• Opportunities for professional growth and development as you build your experience and qualifications