Your new company A respected and value-driven charity is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support its finance team across a range of functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain well-rounded experience in finance within the not-for-profit sector. The role includes managing the organisation''s expense system, supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, and assisting with month-end and audit tasks. Your new role Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister the organisation''s expense system, ensuring timely and policy-compliant paymentsProcess banking items and perform regular bank reconciliationsPost housing benefit and client contribution incomeRun monthly income reports from the housing management system and post to accounting softwareProcess pharmacy claims and ad hoc accounts payable invoicesReconcile prepayments and outstanding housing benefit/client contributionsLiaise with service managers regarding debt and financial queriesReconcile monthly balance sheet control accountsPost sales invoices and assist with month-end accounts for subsidiary entities.Support internal and external audits, including fieldworkProvide cover for accounts payable and receivable functions as neededCarry out ad hoc duties as directed by the Finance ManagerWhat you''ll need to succeed Essential:Previous experience in a similar finance roleStrong understanding of accounts payable/receivable and general accounting dutiesPart-qualified in AAT, CIMA, or ACMADes