Trust Accountant

Annual Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum

Location: South Oxfordshire

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (35 hours per week)

Reed Accountancy are thrilled to be partnering with a repeat, market leading, client who are looking for a Trust Accountant to take full ownership of the trust ledger for their group and clients. This role offers a varied and rewarding opportunity, ideal for a motivated individual looking to grow and develop their finance career.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Maintain and reconcile the trust ledgers frequently, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Generate monthly reports and trust statements for group and third-party publishers.
• Conduct weekly and monthly cash reconciliations, manage payments, and analyse client accounts.
• Handle all client queries and requests related to the trust ledger efficiently.
• Own the sales ledger related reports, structuring and scheduling them for internal and external requirements.
• Manage the monthly ledger period close, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Assist with trade debtor reconciliation across the group, coordinating with various departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts) and experience in redesigning processes.
• Experience in client-focused roles and comfortable working with people at all levels.
• Demonstrable experience in managing full ownership of an accounting role.
• Knowledge of SAP or other large ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE) in accounting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and initiate work processes.
• Adaptable, team-oriented, and a growth mindset with a proactive work approach.

Benefits:

• 28 days of annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Generous pension schemes and rent deposit loans.
• Retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, and eye care vouchers.
• Extensive training and development programmes including mentoring.
• Up to 70% off product sales.
• Season ticket loans and 2 community days per year.
• Hybrid working model (2 days in-office, 3 days home working).

To apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV below!