Finance Assistant - 16 Month Fixed Term Contract

Description

At the heart of Paxton, we are innovators, we look for ways of harnessing new technology to provide better solutions for our customers. We're a global brand with nearly 40 years of experience, our team of over 400 employees is spread around the world.

We pride ourselves on creating a vibrant environment, with a focus on excellent company culture. Our teams make Paxton a great place to work with brilliant benefits that come with any role at Paxton, with an emphasis on career progression, training and development, and recognition of achievement for every employee.

So, what are the benefits?

• We run a great social calendar with wine tasting, cooking classes, onsite yoga, staff parties and more. It's rare you won't see something going on!
• Tech, bike, and travel or season ticket loans.
• Private medical insurance (Opt in) and healthcare cash-back plan.
• Discounted fitness memberships up to 75% off in your area.
• 25-days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can buy & sell up to 5 days a year.
• Recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the UK, by Best Companies™.

About the role

Join our finance team based in our Brighton office on a 16 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. You will be working closely with dedicated areas of the business and be responsible for providing the financial support they need. We are passionate about team learning and we will teach you all you need to know about delivering financial excellence.

• Accurately and timely processing supplier invoices ensuring that necessary approvals are obtained in accordance with accounting and financial controls.
• Managing the supplier statement reconciliations and bank reconciliations.
• Assisting in preparation of weekly supplier payment runs.

• Ensure budget holders and managers have the financial insights to make informed decisions for the financial health of the company.

• Assist in posting customer receipts.
• Assisting in annual financial audit.

• Process employee expenses and credit card expenditure with our Expense Management System.
• Be flexible to handle tasks given by Finance Business Partners and prioritise as necessary.

What are we looking for?

• Some experience or knowledge working within the finance function.
• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA would be advantageous but equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to working effectively in a team environment.
• Strong eye for detail with excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

The right attitude is more important to us than your skills or experience. If you're excited about a role but your existing experience doesn't match up with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

We want to collaborate with you and hear your ideas, most of all, we want people to enjoy the journey with us. Take a look at what our team thinks of working here

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