Senior Finance Assistant - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Our Client - A Well-Established Accountancy Practice

Are you an experienced finance professional with a background in accountancy practice and AAT Level 4 qualification? Are you looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic and professional environment? Our client, a respected accountancy practice based in Sherborne, is seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of entities, including those in the financial consultancy and property sectors, supporting their accounting and compliance needs.

About the Role

As a Senior Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting through to management accounts and financial statements
• Supporting audits and ensuring accurate financial records across multiple entities
• Preparing VAT returns and maintaining fixed asset registers and control accounts
• Administering payment runs and performing bank reconciliations
• Producing management accounts and statutory accounts for internal and external review
• Generating financial reports including budget vs actual summaries and profit forecasts
• Providing cover for colleagues during holidays or absences
• Reporting to the Team Leader or Deputy Head of Office

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a candidate who:

• Is AAT Level 4 qualified with at least five years of relevant experience, ideally within an accountancy practice
• Has strong knowledge of VAT and experience handling VAT-related transactions
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage high volumes of information
• Is discreet, trustworthy, and capable of handling confidential matters
• Possesses strong communication and administrative skills
• Is IT proficient, particularly with Microsoft Office and accounting software
• Is proactive, adaptable, and a collaborative team player

Please note:This is an office-based role and candidates must be located within a commutable distance to Sherborne.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience, with guaranteed salary and bonus reviews
• Study support considered
• Hybrid working options available after initial training period
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Additional pension contributions via salary sacrifice
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Individual BUPA cover
• Life insurance (4x gross salary)
• Annual professional membership fee paid (if applicable)
• Ongoing CPD support
• Free car parking
• Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply now to join a forward-thinking practice where your expertise will be valued and your development supported.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role.

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