Back Posted: Jun 21 2025

Senior Finance Assistant

Sherborne, Dorset , United Kingdom

Accountancy jobs >> Accounting/Financial/Insurance

Negotiable

Permanent

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Assistant / Accountant to join a small, collaborative team in Sherborne. This role offers hands-on involvement in a variety of accounting responsibilities, from day-to-day bookkeeping through to management accounts and audit preparation.

This is a diverse role that requires both technical skill and a proactive, organised approach.

Maintain accurate financial records and ensure efficient processing of all finance functions
Carry out bookkeeping tasks, ensuring income and expenses are properly recorded and VAT is correctly treated
Manage payment runs and carry out weekly bank reconciliations as required
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Maintain ledgers, control accounts, and fixed asset registers
Prepare management accounts and year-end statutory files for review and audit
Produce financial reports such as actual vs. budget summaries and profit forecasts
Support with ad hoc project workWe’re looking for someone with relevant accounting experience, ideally gained in a practice environment, who enjoys variety and takes pride in high-quality, accurate work.

Working towards or recently gained an accountancy qualification, or qualified by experience
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounting
The ability to manage a high volume of work with strong prioritisation skills
A high level of discretion and the ability to work with confidential information
Excellent attention to detail, administrative skills, and written/verbal communication
Good interpersonal skills – tactful, approachable, and confident when dealing with others
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and accounting software
A flexible and proactive attitude with a willingness to support across the teamThis position is paying upto £32,000 depending on expereince with an annual salary and bonus review. Other benefits include:

Generous pension contribution (10% employer)
Private medical insurance (BUPA)
Life insurance (4x salary)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Study support available
Hybrid working available after the training period
Free on-site parking
Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
Ongoing CPD and support to grow your skills and knowledge

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-56522
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 7

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