Accounts Assistant

We're looking for an Accounts Assistant who is keen to develop their career in finance and contribute to a busy, collaborative environment.

What you'll be doing:

Reporting to the Finance Director, your responsibilities will include:

Processing purchase invoices using Xero
Raising sales invoices and monitoring incoming payments, following up where needed
Managing supplier invoices and preparing payment runs
Completing bank and credit card reconciliations
Processing and reconciling petty cash
Supporting monthly payroll processes, including timesheets, mileage, and expenses
Assisting with control account reconciliations and management accounts
Posting journals and supporting month-end tasks
Overseeing contracts and services for company vehicles and mobile phones

You'll already have at least one year of experience in an accounts or finance role and be looking to build on your knowledge.

We're also looking for someone who is:

Eager to learn and committed to professional development
Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word)
Familiar with finance systems (Xero experience is a plus)
Experienced or interested in payroll processes (advantageous)
Organised and able to work to deadlines
A strong communicator with excellent written and spoken English
Proactive, personable, and a team player
Detail-oriented, methodical, and able to see tasks through to completion, Applicants must live within a commutable distance of Ringwood
You must have the right to live and work in the UK
Due to application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
It would be advantageous to hold a full UK driving licence

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It's an exciting time to join Beaufort Care Group as we continue to grow. Based at our Head Office in Ringwood, you'll be part of a small, supportive finance team that plays a vital role in financially enabling our Children's Homes and Supported Living Services across the region., With over 20 years' experience, Beaufort Care Group provides high-quality residential childcare with a strong focus on the individual needs of every child.

Our therapeutic approach helps children feel safe, secure, and supported to achieve their full potential. As we expand our network of children's homes, we continue to offer excellent opportunities for career progression and our head office team are an integral part of our success.

Safer recruitment:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of the people in our care. The successful applicant will undergo a safer recruitment process, including:

Criminal record and safeguarding checks
Employment history review
References
Right to work and ID checks
Equal opportunities

Competitive pay above the Real Living Wage
Funded AAT Level 2 training, including study leave
25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off
Free on-site parking
Casual dress
Company-funded Blue Light Card
Long service awards (up to £2,000)
Employee Assistance Programme
Company events
Long-term career opportunities in a growing organisation