Trust Accountant Job at Didcot, Oxfordshire Full Time NEW

We are seeking a technically strong Trust Accountant to join a busy finance team. The position is offering a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a well-established role and make an immediate impact.

This is a technical position, requiring a solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles. The ideal candidate will come from, or have an Accounts Receivable background who has progressed into broader accounting responsibilities, including bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, journals and adjustments. A deep understanding of underlying accounting processes is essential.

The role requires someone who can demonstrate the rationale behind the processes they perform, rather than simply following procedures. Candidates who excel in this role will likely develop successfully within the team, with opportunities to grow and broaden their experience.

This is a full time position at 35hrs a week and WFH options, excellent benefits.

Key responsibilities include:
* Frequent maintenance and monthly reconciliation of the ledgers.
* Month end reporting to group and third-party companies on monthly activity along with the provision of statements.
* Performing weekly and monthly cash reconciliations, payments and analysis to clients.
* Preparing accurate and timely payments for intercompany transfers of funds.
* Sole ownership and management of client queries and requests related to the role.
* Performing daily sales ledger maintenance including but not limited to: ledger cleardowns journal postings internal and external ledger queries.
* Own, structure and schedule sales ledger related reports for both internal and external requirements.
* Maintenance of daily sales ledger KPI’s to better understand other departmental requirements.
* Providing accurate and timely information for all related parties.
* Managing and scheduling the monthly ledger period close, ensuring that it is done accurately and on time without affecting other departments.
* Monthly reconciliations of several client specific and web accounts. Ensuring that all items that can be cleared down are, and any residual ones are investigated and resolved.
* Monthly preparation and review of monthly ageing decks.
* Supporting assessments to identify process improvements and efficiency

The successful candidate will:
* Part qualified, QBE or equivalent
* Intermediate to Advanced Excel (formula’s, pivot tables, charts) with a history of re-design.
* Ability to effectively and professionally liaise with internal and external companies.
* Prior experience of fully owning an accounting role.
* Delivering continuous improvement
* Have a strong technical accounting background, preferably with AR experience
* Be detail-oriented, analytical and proactive
* Understand and apply accounting principles with reasoning, not just process

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and established team, in a role with genuine responsibility and the chance to make an impact.

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