Accounts Assistant

Management Accountant 💰 Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 📍 Location: South Birmingham A fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a growing organisation, providing key financial support to senior stakeholders and helping drive business performance. Key Responsibilities Maintain accounting records and oversee financial reporting Provide financial insight and support to senior managers Monitor budgets and support planning and forecasting Prepare monthly and annual financial reports Build strong relationships across the business About You CIMA, ACA, ACCA qualified or QBE Strong management accounting and stakeholder management skills Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Confident analysing financial data and driving improvements ➡️ A great opportunity to join a supportive environment in a role with real impact and progression.

**Free Parking**Hybrid Working**26 Days Holiday** Revenue Manager Reed is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Revenue Manager. This is a key position responsible for driving the effective management of Work in Progress (WIP), billing, and cash collection across the business. The Role Our client is looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented professional to take ownership of revenue processes and ensure strong financial control. You will work closely with fee earners, Heads of Department, and senior finance stakeholders to maximise cash collection, improve processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Oversee and actively manage WIP levels, liaising with fee earners and senior stakeholders to drive timely billing and cash conversion Deliver a high-quality billing and collections service, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement of processes Produce timely and accurate reporting on debt and WIP, providing meaningful insights to senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders Ensure compliance with the firm’s billing policies and procedures Manage billing write-offs, escalating material issues to senior finance leadership (Head of Financial Operations, Director, CFO) Support group cashflow forecasting activities Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to enhance reporting capabilities and strengthen controls Contribute to finance systems implementations and development of reporting for WIP and debtors Complete monthly reconciliation of debtors to control accounts across multiple systems within agreed deadlines Lead and develop the Billing and Credit Control teams, fostering accountability and high performance Support team growth through structured development plans, succession planning, and recruitment Continuously review and improve end-to-end WIP and credit management processes as the business scales About You Experience within a billing and credit control environment Strong reconciliation and financial analysis skills Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills, with the confidence to challenge where appropriate Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work on own initiative Advanced Microsoft Excel skills A continuous improvement mindset Desirable: Understanding of SRA regulations and regulatory environment Relevant financial qualification, or equivalent experience

**Free Parking**Hybrid Working**26 Days Holiday** Revenue Manager Reed is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Revenue Manager. This is a key position responsible for driving the effective management of Work in Progress (WIP), billing, and cash collection across the business. The Role Our client is looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented professional to take ownership of revenue processes and ensure strong financial control. You will work closely with fee earners, Heads of Department, and senior finance stakeholders to maximise cash collection, improve processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Oversee and actively manage WIP levels, liaising with fee earners and senior stakeholders to drive timely billing and cash conversion Deliver a high-quality billing and collections service, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement of processes Produce timely and accurate reporting on debt and WIP, providing meaningful insights to senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders Ensure compliance with the firm’s billing policies and procedures Manage billing write-offs, escalating material issues to senior finance leadership (Head of Financial Operations, Director, CFO) Support group cashflow forecasting activities Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to enhance reporting capabilities and strengthen controls Contribute to finance systems implementations and development of reporting for WIP and debtors Complete monthly reconciliation of debtors to control accounts across multiple systems within agreed deadlines Lead and develop the Billing and Credit Control teams, fostering accountability and high performance Support team growth through structured development plans, succession planning, and recruitment Continuously review and improve end-to-end WIP and credit management processes as the business scales About You Experience within a billing and credit control environment Strong reconciliation and financial analysis skills Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills, with the confidence to challenge where appropriate Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work on own initiative Advanced Microsoft Excel skills A continuous improvement mindset Desirable: Understanding of SRA regulations and regulatory environment Relevant financial qualification, or equivalent experience

**Free Parking**Hybrid Working**26 Days Holiday** Revenue Manager Reed is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Revenue Manager. This is a key position responsible for driving the effective management of Work in Progress (WIP), billing, and cash collection across the business. The Role Our client is looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented professional to take ownership of revenue processes and ensure strong financial control. You will work closely with fee earners, Heads of Department, and senior finance stakeholders to maximise cash collection, improve processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Oversee and actively manage WIP levels, liaising with fee earners and senior stakeholders to drive timely billing and cash conversion Deliver a high-quality billing and collections service, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement of processes Produce timely and accurate reporting on debt and WIP, providing meaningful insights to senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders Ensure compliance with the firm’s billing policies and procedures Manage billing write-offs, escalating material issues to senior finance leadership (Head of Financial Operations, Director, CFO) Support group cashflow forecasting activities Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to enhance reporting capabilities and strengthen controls Contribute to finance systems implementations and development of reporting for WIP and debtors Complete monthly reconciliation of debtors to control accounts across multiple systems within agreed deadlines Lead and develop the Billing and Credit Control teams, fostering accountability and high performance Support team growth through structured development plans, succession planning, and recruitment Continuously review and improve end-to-end WIP and credit management processes as the business scales About You Experience within a billing and credit control environment Strong reconciliation and financial analysis skills Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills, with the confidence to challenge where appropriate Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work on own initiative Advanced Microsoft Excel skills A continuous improvement mindset Desirable: Understanding of SRA regulations and regulatory environment Relevant financial qualification, or equivalent experience

**Free Parking**Hybrid**26 Days Holiday** Accounts Payable Supervisor Reed are working in partnership with a well-established and growing organisation who are looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on AP professional with supervisory experience to step into a key role, overseeing the day-to-day running of the accounts payable function while supporting and developing a small team. The Role Reporting to the Group Accounts Payable Manager, you will take ownership of the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, control and efficiency across all activities. You will also play a key role in driving improvements and supporting wider finance initiatives. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Managing, supporting and developing a small Accounts Payable team Allocating workloads effectively within a high-volume, deadline-driven environment Providing training, coaching and performance management Ensuring compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures Deputising for the Group AP Manager when required Supporting KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives Contributing to system and process enhancements Accounts Payable: Overseeing the end-to-end invoice processing cycle Reviewing supplier statement reconciliations Managing payment runs including BACS, CHAPS and international payments Ensuring payments are made in line with agreed terms Resolving supplier and internal queries in a timely manner Overseeing employee expenses and corporate card reconciliations Supporting month-end close activities Maintaining strong financial controls across the function About You Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-focused individual who can confidently lead a team while remaining hands-on. You will have: Proven experience within an Accounts Payable supervisory role Strong Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and data analysis) Excellent reconciliation skills and high attention to detail Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance Desirable: Experience within legal or professional services Exposure to system implementations or process improvements

**Free Parking**Hybrid**26 Days Holiday** Accounts Payable Supervisor Reed are working in partnership with a well-established and growing organisation who are looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on AP professional with supervisory experience to step into a key role, overseeing the day-to-day running of the accounts payable function while supporting and developing a small team. The Role Reporting to the Group Accounts Payable Manager, you will take ownership of the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, control and efficiency across all activities. You will also play a key role in driving improvements and supporting wider finance initiatives. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Managing, supporting and developing a small Accounts Payable team Allocating workloads effectively within a high-volume, deadline-driven environment Providing training, coaching and performance management Ensuring compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures Deputising for the Group AP Manager when required Supporting KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives Contributing to system and process enhancements Accounts Payable: Overseeing the end-to-end invoice processing cycle Reviewing supplier statement reconciliations Managing payment runs including BACS, CHAPS and international payments Ensuring payments are made in line with agreed terms Resolving supplier and internal queries in a timely manner Overseeing employee expenses and corporate card reconciliations Supporting month-end close activities Maintaining strong financial controls across the function About You Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-focused individual who can confidently lead a team while remaining hands-on. You will have: Proven experience within an Accounts Payable supervisory role Strong Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and data analysis) Excellent reconciliation skills and high attention to detail Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance Desirable: Experience within legal or professional services Exposure to system implementations or process improvements

**Free Parking**Hybrid**26 Days Holiday** Accounts Payable Supervisor Reed are working in partnership with a well-established and growing organisation who are looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on AP professional with supervisory experience to step into a key role, overseeing the day-to-day running of the accounts payable function while supporting and developing a small team. The Role Reporting to the Group Accounts Payable Manager, you will take ownership of the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, control and efficiency across all activities. You will also play a key role in driving improvements and supporting wider finance initiatives. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Managing, supporting and developing a small Accounts Payable team Allocating workloads effectively within a high-volume, deadline-driven environment Providing training, coaching and performance management Ensuring compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures Deputising for the Group AP Manager when required Supporting KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives Contributing to system and process enhancements Accounts Payable: Overseeing the end-to-end invoice processing cycle Reviewing supplier statement reconciliations Managing payment runs including BACS, CHAPS and international payments Ensuring payments are made in line with agreed terms Resolving supplier and internal queries in a timely manner Overseeing employee expenses and corporate card reconciliations Supporting month-end close activities Maintaining strong financial controls across the function About You Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-focused individual who can confidently lead a team while remaining hands-on. You will have: Proven experience within an Accounts Payable supervisory role Strong Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and data analysis) Excellent reconciliation skills and high attention to detail Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance Desirable: Experience within legal or professional services Exposure to system implementations or process improvements

Accounts Assistant (Contract) Salary: £30,000 - £14 - £15 per hour Location: Central Birmingham Type: Rolling Contract A great opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team on a contract basis. This role focuses primarily on Accounts Payable, while also offering exposure to Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and wider finance operations. Key Responsibilities Process invoices, payments, and manage supplier queries Maintain purchase ledger and monitor outstanding purchase orders Review and process staff expense claims in line with policy Support credit control, including chasing outstanding payments Assist with bank reconciliations and cashbook maintenance Produce aged creditor/debtor reports Support VAT returns and provide wider finance team cover Help improve processes and ensure compliance across finance About You Experience in a finance/Accounts Assistant role Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Confident dealing with stakeholders and resolving queries Proactive and able to support across multiple finance areas A fantastic contract role offering broad finance exposure and variety within a collaborative team environment.

Accounts Assistant Location: West Norfolk Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reed Accountancy Norwich are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a fast-paced and growing finance team on a permanent basis. This role offers a varied and hands-on opportunity supporting finance operations across multiple entities, ideal for someone with strong transactional experience looking to build a long-term career. Day-to-Day of the Role Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation. Reconcile supplier statements and manage supplier accounts. Raise and process sales invoices across multiple entities. Support invoicing processes and ensure accuracy across the group. Post and reconcile daily bank transactions. Support the reduction of aged debt. Proactively chase outstanding payments. Maintain regular communication with customers regarding overdue balances. Assist with month-end processes and reporting deadlines. Provide ad hoc support across the finance team. Required Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in a finance or accounts role. Strong understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Confident communicator with strong customer service skills. Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Good Excel and general IT skills. Desirable: Experience using accounting systems. Understanding of month-end processes. Benefits Opportunity to join a supportive and growing organisation. Chance to develop skills and progress your career in finance. Competitive salary and stable employment. Study support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and growing organisation where you can develop your skills and progress your career in finance. Apply now to be considered for this exciting Accounts Assistant role by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. For more information, please call Reed Accountancy Norwich and ask to speak with Lucy Curtis.

Senior Finance Assistant Location: Norwich Contract: Temporary (initially 3 months) Reed Accountancy Norwich are seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team in Norwich on a temporary basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a strong background in purchase ledger to step into a supervisory position. Day-to-Day of the Role Supervise the Purchase Ledger function and support the wider finance team. Process and review purchase ledger transactions including invoices, purchase orders, and reconciliations. Prepare and approve payment runs ensuring deadlines are met. Reconcile bank accounts and oversee monthly payment processes. Manage supplier statement reconciliations and resolve queries. Review and reconcile corporate credit card transactions. Support audits and ensure compliance with financial procedures. Supervise and mentor Finance Assistants, prioritising workloads and supporting development. Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in purchase ledger and payments processing. Strong background working in a busy finance environment. Experience using computerised accounting systems. Previous supervisory or mentoring experience. AAT qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience. Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical and organisational skills. Confident using Excel and financial systems. Benefits Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work within a supportive team environment. Gain valuable experience in a supervisory role within finance. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured finance team where you can make an immediate impact. If you have the relevant experience and are available to start at short notice, please apply now by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. For more information, please call Reed Accountancy Norwich and ask to speak with Lucy Curtis.