Financial Clerk

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Clerk to join our team in Oxfordshire, Witney. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations and accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare weekly cash flow reports for management, showcasing the company's financial health.
• Reconcile daily bank statements, verifying all transactions are accurately allocated.
• Review supplier contracts to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Post journals for management information purposes, providing valuable insights into the company's financial performance.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses and prepare financial figures for management and directors, supporting informed decision-making.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile merchant service payments to prevent discrepancies.
• Conduct weekly customer debtor analysis and liaise with debtors to collect outstanding payments.
• Post monthly journals for management accounts, including payroll, to maintain up-to-date financial records.
• Reconcile payments to the master cash book monthly, verifying accuracy.
• Post invoices and credit notes to the purchase ledger, ensuring timely payment processing.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve outstanding queries to maintain positive relationships.
• Reconcile daily bank statements to the master cash book, identifying any discrepancies.
• Manage invoices: distribution for authorisation, nominal coding, and preparation for the purchase ledger.

• Proficiency in Xero accounting software, utilizing its features to streamline financial processes.
• Advanced IT literacy, particularly with Word and Excel, to effectively manage financial data.
• Experience with VAT and PAYE regulations, ensuring compliance with tax laws.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, maintaining high-quality financial records.
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines with a professional and conscientious attitude.
• Self-motivation with the capability to collaborate closely with management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with stakeholders.

Estimated Salary: £20-£25 per hour (negotiable after probation)