Assistant Accounts Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a capable and detail-driven Assistant Accounts Manager to join their finance team based in Wokingham. This is a hands-on role working closely with the Head of Finance and CFO, supporting the smooth running of the accounts function across two business sites.,

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes including purchase ledger, sales ledger, cash book, VAT, stock accounting, and expenses
• Maintain accurate nominal ledgers with full audit trail support
• Post journals and assist with month-end processes including accruals and prepayments
• Support year-end audit preparation
• Maintain fixed asset register, contracts, and rental records
• Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payments using ERP system (Encore)
• Reconcile supplier statements, manage aged creditors, and resolve queries
• Perform bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts
• Post and allocate cash receipts and support credit control activity
• Process expense claims and company credit card transactions
• Support SOP documentation and continuous process improvement
• Provide general finance support to ensure smooth departmental operations
  
  AAT Level 3 (or equivalent)
• Experience in a finance/accounts role within an SME or B2B environment
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Confident using ERP systems (Encore desirable)
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with purchase ledger, reconciliations, and month-end processes
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise and manage workload
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Strong communication skills with ability to engage suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and meet deadlines
• Proactive, hands-on, and process-driven approach with a focus on efficiency improvements, If you are a motivated finance professional looking for a varied and flexible role within a supportive business, we would love to hear from you
  
  We welcome applicants seeking full-time, part-time (minimum 4 days), flexible hours, and school-hour working patterns, with up to 2 days remote working available depending on hours., 25 days holiday (service increment scheme in place)
• Health Care Cash Plan (available from day one)
• Company sick pay support scheme (after completion of probation)
• Employee Assistance Programme (including 1:1 counselling)
• Group Life Assurance - 2x annual salary (after 5 years' service)
• PERKS retailer discount scheme.