Accounts Assistant
Oxford, Oxfordshire
About Us
Oxford Bus Company is part of the Go-Ahead Group plc, one of the major public transport operators in the country. We are comprised of over 160 vehicles and over 550 employees, operating local commercial bus routes and airport coach services.
We are regularly commended for our achievements in enhancing customer experience, giving back to the community, and more. In 2017, we were awarded the UK Coach Awards Gold Award for 'Making Coaches a Better Choice' and Bronze for 'Top Express Operation'. In 2019, we won the UK Large Bus Operator of the Year at the Route One Awards and we are currently transitioning from diesel to green energy.
We are now looking for an Accounts Assistant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
- 25 days' holiday plus an allowance of 8 days per annum which may or may not be taken on a public holiday
- Free travel on all Oxford Bus Company services
- Contributory pension scheme
- Lifestyle discount scheme
- Employee assistance programme
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, AAT qualified finance professional to advance their career with our forward-thinking organisation.
You'll be a crucial part of a passionate team dedicated to providing excellent public transport services across Oxfordshire and beyond, all whilst enhancing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
What's more, you'll enjoy an attractive benefits package including free travel, a generous holiday allowance, and access to exclusive discounts, making this a rewarding role both professionally and personally.
So, if you want to develop your skillset with an award-winning transport operator, read on and apply today!
The Role
As an Accounts Assistant, you will provide essential support to the Finance Team, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes.
You'll act as a lead on Accounts Payable tasks, posting and reviewing payroll journals and managing one-off BACS payments, employee expenses and company credit card payments,
maintaining high levels of financial control at all times.
Working closely with the Shared Service accounts payable team in Newcastle, you will resolve invoice processing queries and ensure accuracy in supplier master data.
Additionally, you will:
- Conduct P&L analysis to help explain monthly financial performance
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances
- Support the wider finance team in responding to audit queries from both internal and external auditors
About You
To be considered as an Accounts Assistant, you will need:
- Experience in a similar finance or accounts role
- An AAT qualification or equivalent
- A proven track record of problem solving, project management and continuous improvement in a business environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- A high level of attention to detail, organisation and accuracy
Other organisations may call this role Accounts Officer, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, or Junior Accountant.
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