Finance Assistant

2 months ago


Chatham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: Finance Assistant
Location: Chatham
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 25-28k

Job Description

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role will support the finance department with day-to-day financial operations and administration. The ideal candidate will have 12+ months commercial experience as a Finance Assistant or administration in a Finance department, as well as a solid understanding of finance-related tasks.

As a Finance Assistant, you will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate record-keeping, assist with financial reporting, and provide administrative support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in finance and administration.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in the preparation of financial documents such as invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports.

* Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all financial transactions are properly documented.

* Reconcile bank statements and assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports.

* Provide administrative support to the finance team, including data entry, filing, and maintaining financial records.

* Assist with payroll processing, including collecting and verifying employee timesheets and handling queries.

* Support the team with VAT returns, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

* Communicate with vendors and clients regarding payments, invoices, and account reconciliations.

* Monitor and process incoming payments, ensuring timely and accurate posting to accounts.

* Handle any ad-hoc administrative tasks as required by the finance department.

* Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial compliance and efficiency.

Ideal Candidate

* Experience: Proven experience in a commercial administrative role, ideally with exposure to financial operations.

* Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

* Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.

* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional approach to liaising with clients and vendors.

* Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero) is desirable.

* Education: A qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field would be advantageous but is not essential.

* Problem-solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies in financial data.

* Team Player: Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

* Opportunity for career progression within a growing company.

* Ongoing training and professional development.

* Flexible working options available.

* Supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance.

If you are a detail-oriented finance professional with strong commercial administration experience and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
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