Assistant Accountant

  • Orka Financial
  • Basingstoke, Hampshire
  • May 26, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Orka Financial is looking to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their clients friendly finance team based in Basingstoke. This is a great opportunity for someone studying AAT level who wants to build strong all-round accounting skills in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet
  • Accounts Payable - processing invoices, liaising with suppliers
  • Complete monthly reconciliations
  • Process employee expense claims in line with company policy
  • Carry out bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately and on time
  • Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments
  • Process supplier payments and ad hoc payments
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and in line with HMRC requirements
About You
  • AAT
  • Good attention to detail and strong numerical skills
  • Organised and able to meet deadlines, especially during month-end
  • Comfortable working as part of a team and communicating with others in the business
  • Eager to learn and develop within a finance role

Salary £32,000 - £35,000 - hybrid working model