Assistant Finance Manager

Assistant Finance Manager

Report to: Finance Manager

A key role within the finance team, to support the Finance Manager on month end tasks and to assist to lead the AR and AP functions across 2 legal entities.

Accounts Receivable – 35%

• Assist the Finance Manager to lead and manage the AR team ensuring it functions smoothly
• A point of reference for information and procedural advice & queries
• A point of reference for inter-departmental information and advice
• Ensure AR Aging items are escalated and resolved within a timely manner
• Ensure cash collection is maximised

Accounts Payable – 35%

• Assist the Finance Manager to lead and manage the AP team ensuring it functions smoothly
• A point of reference for information and procedural advice & queries
• A point of reference for inter-departmental information and advice
• Ensure any AP issues are escalated and resolved in a timely manner

Month End Close / General accounting – 30%

• To include internal and external audit requirements
• Accruals and prepaids
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and treasury processes

In addition to the above specific duties, this role also includes any other tasks that the Finance Manager may request from time to time.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• AAT Level 4
• Studying towards ACCA or CIMA an advantage but not essential
• At least 3 years’ recent experience in all aspects of the role
• Must be able to work as part of a team and contribute to departmental goals and objectives
• A commercial and professional approach to work
• Ability to use your initiative and problem solve
• Able to multi-task, juggle competing priorities, and work independently under tight deadlines
• Well organised, with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends