Accounts Assistant

Job title Treasury Clerk Location Office based, Ringwood Hours 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday About The Role Churchill Estates Management in Ringwood are recruiting for a Treasury Clerk within their Accounts & Finance Department. As Treasury Clerk, you will work as part of a small, friendly team primarily responsible for Treasury functions, as well as deal with elements of both Sales Ledger & Purchase Ledger from time to time. You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of cash flow within the company's property portfolio, including tasks described below, and acting as primary point of contact for all banking related activities. Duties Will Include Bank Account Reconciliation - Perform regular and accurate reconciliations of multiple bank accounts back to a header account, ensuring that all transactions are recorded correctly and discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly. Any differences and issues relating to bank transactions are investigated and resolved. Payment Processing - Initiating and processing payments to vendors, and customer refunds, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements. Transaction Monitoring - Review daily financial transactions across various accounts, verifying accuracy and ensuring proper documentation and coding. Cash Flow Management - Track daily cash inflows and outflows, monitor account balances, move funds between header account and individual accounts, and report any concerns to management. Data Entry & Record Maintenance - Accurately enter financial data into the accounting system, ensuring that all bank statements and transaction records are up-to-date and accurate. Compliance - Ensure that all financial transactions and reconciliations comply with internal financial policies. Internal Stakeholder Communication - Collaborate with internal teams to resolve any discrepancies or queries related to financial transactions, account balances, and payment statuses. Organising and processing cheques received for banking and assisting with cash posting when required Dealing with day to day enquiries from Lodge Managers, suppliers and customers Hours of work are 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on Friday, with one hour for lunch each day. About You We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be educated to a high level and possess previous office experience, with a proven track record in financial reconciliations or transactional finance roles. You will have strong proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Yardi, or similar platforms, and a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial transactions. A meticulous eye for detail and a methodical approach are essential, as you will be responsible for identifying and resolving discrepancies with accuracy and efficiency. You will have excellent problem‑solving abilities and the confidence to work independently, while also communicating effectively with internal teams and external banking institutions. This role requires someone who can perform well under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. Strong organisational skills and a proactive, responsible attitude are key, along with the ability to display initiative and maintain a cheerful, positive approach even in a busy working environment. We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team, is flexible in their approach, and eager to learn and take on new challenges. How You'll Be Rewarded Competitive salary Annual holiday entitlement - 24 days, plus Bank Holidays Day off on your Birthday Free on-site parking Dress down Fridays Social and charity events Contemporary working space with a bright and comfortable feel Induction and training from day one Group Personal Pension Plan Life Assurance Eye Care reimbursement Colleague Introduction reward scheme Professional Subscriptions Training Courses Professional development About Us We are Churchill Estates Management, a progressive managing agent of privately owned leasehold Retirement Living accommodation. We manage over 220 developments nationally. That means we oversee more than 9000 apartments, providing property services and customer care to over 11,000 retired people. However, we are not stopping there, as we are rapidly growing and have ambitious plans for the future. Join us and be part of a professional, award winning, customer focused team. Our Company Values TORCH: Trust/Openness/Respect/Communication/Honesty We understand the importance of protecting your personal data when you submit a job application. For more information on how we process your personal data please read our Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr