Finance Assistant

FINANCE ASSISTANT | WITHIN TOP 40 COMPANIES TO WORK FOR!

PERMANENT | LOTS OF OPPORTUNITY

UP TO £27,500N + LOTS OF GREAT BENEFITS

CHESHIRE | HYBRID WORKING

Are you at the stage of your Accountancy career, with a few AAT levels complete and now looking for your next step? Wanting more exposure and long-term progression in your career...

What else is on offer?

• Hybrid Working typically 3 days in the office subject to the needs of the business.
• 26 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Enhanced contributory pension.
• On site facilities including subsidised restaurant, free gym, and free parking with access to EV chargers.
• Modern working space with bespoke facilities to encourage creativity and wellbeing.
• Learning opportunities and tools to support your professional and personal development.
• A career path that can offer opportunities across the wider business.

Our client

A combined group of companies joined together in 2022 and a leader in the expert support within the consumer industry across the UK. Continuously delivering with the core purpose of building and maintaining trust between consumers and businesses and help develop diverse capabilities and expertise in a range of areas including digital alternative dispute resolution and case management technology.

Purpose of Role:

This is a newly created role due to consistent growth. We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join the finance team and report into the Assistant Finance Manager. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of our organisation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our financial transactions. The Finance Assistant requires a strong understanding of financial processes and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update the sales ledger.
• Process sales invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding invoices
• Manage the purchase ledger, ensuring all invoices are recorded accurately.
• Process and verify supplier invoices and payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Assist in the procurement process by raising and managing purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Process payments and manage receipts.
• Handle cash flow management and forecasting.
• Manage employee expense claims and company credit card reconciliations.
• Oversee the petty cash fund, ensuring all transactions are recorded and balanced.
• Monitor accounts for overdue payments.
• Implement and maintain effective credit control policies and procedures.
• Resolve payment issues and reduce debt.

Group Inbox Management and Admin Support:

• Manage the finance team's group inbox, ensuring queries are addressed promptly.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of processes to enhance the resilience and efficiency of the finance team.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and analysis for group accounts.

Desired Background:

• A degree in Finance or Accounting (AAT Level 3 preferable).
• Previous experience of inter-companytransactions and journal posting.
• A strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with ESG reporting is beneficial.

BBBH30994