Accounts Assistant

Assistant Management Accountant → Management Accountant (Hybrid – Norwich) Location: Norwich (Hybrid – 2–3 days in office) Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum depending on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Management Accountant looking to take the next step in their career. Joining a growing business in Norwich, you’ll gain increased responsibility, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the chance to develop into a fully-fledged Management Accountant within a supportive finance team. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow) Deliver variance analysis with clear, meaningful commentary Support budgeting and forecasting processes Take increasing ownership of the month-end close Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Provide financial insights to support business decision-making Partner with non-finance teams to improve financial understanding Assist with audit requirements and maintain strong financial controls About You Experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar role Strong grounding in management accounts and financial reporting Actively studying towards (or recently completed) ACCA/CIMA/ACA Confident Excel user with strong analytical skills Keen to progress into a Management Accountant role Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication skills with the confidence to work with stakeholders Benefits Hybrid working model Competitive salary with clear progression pathway Study support available Generous holiday allowance Pension scheme Ongoing career development opportunities

Accounts Assistant (Hybrid – Norwich) Temporary (3–6 months initially) Location: Hybrid working – Norwich Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:30) Hourly rate: c£13.00-£13.25 (depending on experience) The Opportunity Join a fast-paced finance team during an exciting period of change and transformation. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records while supporting improvements to systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Process and allocate customer payments, including direct debits, card, and bank transfers Issue and manage refunds and credit notes Raise invoices across accounts Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies Monitor outstanding balances and support credit control activities Assist with daily bank reconciliations and month-end tasks Respond to payment queries and liaise with internal teams Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data About You Minimum 2 years’ experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administration role Strong understanding of Accounts Receivable processes High attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy Confident using financial systems and Excel Organised, able to meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team Strong communication skills Desirable: Experience in high-volume environments Studying towards AAT or similar qualification

Newly Qualified Accountant – Corporate Finance An established professional services firm is seeking a newly qualified ACA accountant to join its Corporate Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to move into a role focused on transactions, strategy, and advisory while building on your existing practice experience. This position is ideal for someone currently working in accountancy practice who has recently qualified and is looking to broaden their experience beyond accounts preparation and compliance. If you have an interest in how businesses grow, buy, and sell, this role offers valuable exposure to commercial projects. You will support senior team members across a range of assignments, including: Business sales and acquisitions Company valuations Financial analysis and modelling Due diligence Strategic and commercial advisory projects Supporting clients with succession planning The firm is looking for someone with strong technical foundations, a proactive mindset, and a genuine interest in corporate finance. Experience working with clients in practice, alongside an ACA qualification, will provide a solid base for success in this role. In addition to technical ability, strong communication skills and a collaborative approach are key. The team values individuals who are motivated, personable, and keen to develop long-term within a supportive and growth-focused environment. This role offers varied and hands-on experience, direct exposure to senior professionals, and clear opportunities for progression within a growing team. Benefits Competitive annual leave entitlement, with option to purchase additional days Additional day off for your birthday Flexible, hybrid working model Employee wellbeing support programme Ongoing training and professional development Access to employee discounts and perks Pension scheme

Trainee Accountant – Exciting Career Opportunity Looking to grow your career in accountancy with a modern, expanding firm? Reed Practice is working with a highly regarded independent practice that genuinely values its people. With strong growth driven by exceptional client service, they’re now looking for a motivated Trainee Accountant to join their team—offering a clear path towards a Client Manager role. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career from the ground up. You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop strong client relationships, and grow into a trusted advisor in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. The Role You’ll receive full support and structured training, working alongside experienced professionals to build your skills. Responsibilities include: Preparing year-end accounts Assisting with corporation tax and self-assessment Bookkeeping and VAT returns Preparing working papers and schedules Liaising with clients Supporting Account Managers Using cloud software such as Xero What You’ll Get £30,000 starting salary Full training and ongoing development Study support (AAT / ACCA / ACA) Flexible working (post-training) Free parking About You Essential: Experience in an accountancy practice AAT qualified or studying Strong bookkeeping knowledge Experience with accounts and/or tax High attention to detail Strong communication and organisation skills Positive, proactive attitude Desirable: Experience with Xero Exposure to limited company accounts and tax Client-facing experience Ambition to study ACCA or ACA If you’re ambitious, keen to learn, and looking for a long-term career move with real progression, apply now or contact Natalie Harden at Reed to find out more.

Reed Accountancy are supporting an established and successful client in the Crawley area in the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join their existing team on a part time basis, between 24-30 hours per week. This role will ensure accurate and timely processing of group accounts, provide financial support and backup information to the Financial Controller and maintain financial compliance at all times. Due to limited public transport options, this role requires access to your own vehicle. Key Responsibilities Process accounts swiftly and accurately Bank money daily and manage ledger transfers, invoices and credit notes. Reconcile purchase ledger accounts and maintain supplier relationships. Provide cashflow data and support the Financial Controller with reporting. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, company policies, and industry standards. Key Requirements Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. An excellent opportunity to join this locally based organisation with an excellent reputation. We are looking to shortlist immediately so please apply now!

Collections Team Leader Annual Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Bonus Location: Hatfield Office based Job Type: Full-time - Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (35 hours per week) Do you have experience managing teams, monitoring KPIs, supporting with basic HR and being motivational? Our client is seeking a proactive Team Leader to oversee and motivate a team of approximately 10 staff members. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a target-driven environment and is committed to achieving performance targets while maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance. Day-to-day of the role: Manage and motivate a team in line with performance targets. Set, monitor, and drive performance targets. Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews. Carry out call monitoring, provide coaching, and offer constructive feedback. Handle disciplinary matters and conduct return-to-work interviews. Liaise with clients, lead client meetings, and provide performance updates. Collaborate with other Team Leaders to ensure consistency and uniformity. Identify and implement improvements and innovative ideas. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong leadership and people management skills Ability to motivate and develop a team in a target-driven environment. Confident communicator with a firm but fair approach to team management. Proactive, organised, and capable of taking initiative in various situations. Previous leadership experience in a performance-based environment is highly desirable. Experience in debt recovery, utilities, financial services, or credit management is advantageous but not essential. Benefits: Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £40,000, depending on experience. Performance bonus up to £6,000 per year. Monday to Friday working hours, with no weekend work. Supportive and professional working environment that fosters growth and development. If you are a driven leader who can effectively motivate a team and deliver outstanding results, we would like to hear from you.

Collections Team Leader Annual Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Bonus Location: Hatfield Office based Job Type: Full-time - Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (35 hours per week) Do you have experience managing teams, monitoring KPIs, supporting with basic HR and being motivational? Our client is seeking a proactive Team Leader to oversee and motivate a team of approximately 10 staff members. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a target-driven environment and is committed to achieving performance targets while maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance. Day-to-day of the role: Manage and motivate a team in line with performance targets. Set, monitor, and drive performance targets. Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews. Carry out call monitoring, provide coaching, and offer constructive feedback. Handle disciplinary matters and conduct return-to-work interviews. Liaise with clients, lead client meetings, and provide performance updates. Collaborate with other Team Leaders to ensure consistency and uniformity. Identify and implement improvements and innovative ideas. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong leadership and people management skills Ability to motivate and develop a team in a target-driven environment. Confident communicator with a firm but fair approach to team management. Proactive, organised, and capable of taking initiative in various situations. Previous leadership experience in a performance-based environment is highly desirable. Experience in debt recovery, utilities, financial services, or credit management is advantageous but not essential. Benefits: Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £40,000, depending on experience. Performance bonus up to £6,000 per year. Monday to Friday working hours, with no weekend work. Supportive and professional working environment that fosters growth and development. If you are a driven leader who can effectively motivate a team and deliver outstanding results, we would like to hear from you.

Annual Salary: £65,000-£70,000 Location: Chelmsford Job Type: Full-time Reed Finance are pleased to be supporting our client, who is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to join our Finance department. This role is crucial for designing, building, and maintaining OneStream reporting models and dashboards that support forecasting, performance management, and senior decision-making. The ideal candidate will combine strong FP&A expertise with technical systems capability to deliver accurate, scalable, and insight-driven reporting. Day-to-day of the role: Design, build, and maintain OneStream reporting models, including Cube Views, Quick Views, and XFGetCell-based reports. Develop and own standardized OneStream dashboards covering P&L, cash flow, balance sheet, working capital, and forecast vs actual performance. Translate finance and business requirements into clear, scalable reporting solutions. Act as the FP&A subject-matter expert for OneStream reporting, ensuring best practice and consistency. Ensure data integrity and reconciliation between ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and OneStream outputs. Deliver accurate, timely dashboards to support month-end, forecast, and budget cycles. Drive standardization and automation of FP&A reporting across the business. Partner with FP&A, Group Finance, and IT on OneStream reporting enhancements. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent). Minimum of 5 years’ experience in FP&A or corporate finance. Strong hands-on experience with OneStream reporting and dashboards. Strong Power BI experience would also be advantageous Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills. Ability to communicate financial information clearly to senior stakeholders. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP If you are an experienced FP&A professional looking for a new role, apply now.

Senior Credit Controller Location: Bristol Job Type: Full-time Department: Finance We are seeking a Senior Credit Controller to join our Finance Department, specifically within the finance team. This role is crucial for managing working capital, supporting Partners and lawyers to minimise debt, WIP, and exposure. You will provide leadership to Credit Controllers, managing a complex portfolio and ensuring compliance with the firm's financial policies. Day-to-day of the role: Lead regular review meetings with Partners and lawyers to discuss Debt, WIP, and client/matter balance issues, taking ownership of complex matters within your assigned areas. Maintain oversight of data recorded on the Collections system for assigned clients and team portfolios, ensuring timely and accurate updates for effective tracking of outstanding invoices. Work with the team to recommend and implement processes to ensure payments are received in line with agreed terms. Negotiate with clients to agree on payment plans and liaise with the debt recovery team for legal action on unpaid bills as necessary. Oversee the monthly billing and cash collection cycle, ensuring client-specific billing requirements are met and bills are submitted on time. Act as a point of escalation for complex billing issues, supporting the testing and implementation of new billing processes and systems. Provide day-to-day line management for Revenue Controllers and Billing Assistants, including work allocation, performance management, and training. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in credit control, and cash collection within a professional services environment. Experience managing complex client portfolios and stakeholder relationships. Demonstrable experience in line managing or mentoring team members. Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to deal confidently with senior management. Legal or similar partnership experience is desirable. Chartered Institute of Credit Management qualification is a plus. Benefits: Competitive salary and performance review opportunities. Professional development and training. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. How to apply: To apply for the Senior Credit Controller position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure your application highlights your ability to manage complex financial tasks and lead a team effectively. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a First-Class Finance team, driving improvements and supporting the firm's financial health.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT CIRCA £50,000 PER ANNUM (DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE) SOUTH WEST LONDON FULL TIME - 1 YR FTC/PERMANENT ROLE – FLEXIBLE HYBRID WORKING I am partnering with a well-established organisation operating within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. Known for its strong operational focus and commitment to continuous improvement, the business offers a collaborative culture and the opportunity to play a key role within a high-performing finance team Reporting directly to the CFO, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and hands-on Management Accountant to join a small but dynamic finance team. You will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial insights and supporting key business decisions across the organisation. This role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts Supporting the CFO with year-end audit and tax processes Acting as a key link between finance and wider business departments Overseeing the day-to-day management of the transactional finance team Assisting with general accounting and ad hoc financial reporting Ensuring compliance with internal controls and processes Contributing to cost analysis and efficiency improvement initiatives Supporting system and process enhancements across finance and admin functions About You Qualified, Part-Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE with at least 5 years’ experience in a finance function Strong experience working with advanced ERP systems - Oracle, NetSuite and Salesforce highly desirable Solid understanding of internal controls and financial processes Experience working in a multi-currency environment with FX considerations Exposure to multi-entity structures and intercompany transactions preferred Previous audit experience advantageous Advanced Excel skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident communicator with the ability to work across all levels of the business Comfortable working within a small, collaborative team and using your own initiative