Financial Assistant

2 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team on an initial maternity cover basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent.


About the Role:
  • Ensure the accuracy of financial information in Xero, including daily bank reconciliation, preparation and posting of journals, and reviewing items in the Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet.
  • Work closely with the Business Support Executive and Managing Director, supporting various finance and accounting activities, and liaise with external accountants to assist with year-end account preparation.

Responsibilities:
  1. Conduct daily bank reconciliations, maintaining accurate records of financial transactions.
  2. Process purchase invoices through Lightyear and Dext, including matching to purchase orders and coding.
  3. Prepare and post monthly accruals, prepayments, and depreciation entries to ensure costs align with relevant accounting periods.
  4. Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and provide detailed customer and sales profitability reporting.
  5. Work alongside external accountants to support the preparation of year-end accounts.
  6. Complete weekly payment runs and manage accounts payable.
  7. Oversee credit control, following up on outstanding payments in a timely manner.

Requirements:
  1. Strong knowledge of MS Excel.
  2. Experience of working with Xero is preferred as these tools are used every day by the business, however, you may have experience of other accounting platforms which should be transferrable.
  3. High attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping and reporting.

What We Offer:
  • A city centre location with free on-site parking.
  • An 8% employer pension contribution.
  • A performance-related annual bonus.
  • Professional development support allowance.

This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity that offers a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum - DOE, making it an attractive option for motivated individuals looking to develop their career in finance.


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