Outsourcing Assistant

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a brilliant central Reading client who are looking for someone to support the Outsourcing Senior in preparing and maintaining client accounts and assisting in the Outsourcing Division: processing purchase ledger invoices, expenses and their payment; Bank reconciliations and other ad-hoc duties.

Client Details

My client is a large practice based in Reading. The outsourcing practice of around 100 staff provides outsourced finance services to a range of clients, from large blue chip international companies to SME's and owner managed businesses.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Arranging for bank payments and transfers and banking of client receipts
• Liaising with third parties on behalf of clients e.g. insurance companies, banks
• Providing administrative support to the team
• Produces accurate accounting records and other work set (attention to detail/quality, managing self)
• Organised and methodical in approach to ensure all tasks are completed according to deadlines set (managing self, goal/results focus)
• Understands and follows instructions (attention to detail/quality)

Accountabilities/Key Performance Indicators

• Client and statutory deadlines are met
• High quality service provided to all clients
• Able to work with minimum supervision

Profile

The role requires:

• Good standard of education with GSCE English and Maths or equivalent
• Motivated to provide the highest quality service to clients
• Self-motivated and organised. Able to plan own time ensuring targets and deadlines are achieved
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal with an ability to liaise with people at all levels
• Good working knowledge of Excel is essential
• Some knowledge of accounting principles and systems is not essential but useful
• Excellent attention to detail
• Uses own initiatives to get things done and suggest ways to improve processes
• Able to work well with peers to assist in achieving common goals
• Aware of client needs and expectations - acting promptly to resolve matters in a clear and professional manner.

Job Offer

On offer is a good salary and excellent benefits as well as the change to establish yourself in one of the top accountancy firms nationwide