Accounts Assistant
Temporary to Permanent role
Office based in Slough
37.50 hours per week
  
Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys variety in your day? We’re working with a well-established business looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their Shared Service Centre team and support across multiple finance functions.

This is a broad and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key part in helping the team meet deadlines and deliver on key objectives – so we’re looking for someone collaborative, detail-driven, and flexible in approach.

What we’re looking for:

• An accounting qualification or solid experience in a similar all-round finance role
• Previous work in a shared service or fast-moving finance environment
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Analytical mindset with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Someone who works well in a diverse, multicultural team and enjoys helping others

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the daily billing process across parts, service, and equipment revenue
• Managing the cash collections process (excluding key accounts) – issuing statements, chasing overdue invoices, resolving queries, and maintaining the collections inbox
• Assisting with AR cash allocation
• Supporting the Accounts Payable team with invoice processing
• Helping with month-end reporting tasks
• Working closely with the HR Manager – EMEA to accurately input payroll data
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll queries, liaising with the outsourced payroll provider
• Providing support for both internal and external audits
• Ensuring compliance with SOX controls, statutory policies, and internal financial standards

What we’re looking for:

• An accounting qualification or solid experience in a similar all-round finance role
• Previous work in a shared service or fast-moving finance environment
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Analytical mindset with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Someone who works well in a diverse, multicultural team and enjoys helping others

Interested?
Apply today or get in touch to find out more – this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to be part of a supportive and high-performing finance team.