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.
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.
The salary for this role is up to £30,000 (FTE) depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Accounts Manager role are
- 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
Skills Required for the Assistant Accounts Manager role are:
- 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
Benefits:
- 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.
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
