Finance Assistant

4 days ago


ShorehambySea, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Why Searches UK?

Our mission is to make conveyancing the easy part of buying and selling property and this drives everything we do. 

We are proud that each year our employees rate our business higher than Gallups ‘Exceptional Workplace Award Winners’ for being a great place to work. We have been awarded Gold by Investors in People and are proud to say that Searches UK is a great place to work, and that our employees thrive in a fun and inclusive environment. 

But don’t just take our word for it, come and find out for yourself 

THE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a finance assistant, you will be working within a team responsible for overseeing the accounts function of our business. You will be undertaking finance tasks whilst also being the first point of contact in the team for accounts related client queries. Full training will be provided to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary information to carry out the role to the highest standards.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AS FINANCE ASSISTANT 

Using SAGE accounting software to complete finance tasks such as importing daily orders, allocating payments, posting invoices, and raising statements
Sending weekly or monthly statements to clients, depending on their requirements
Using Excel to creating invoices and statements for clients and suppliers who require manual or self-billed invoices/ statements
Taking responsibility for credit control and escalating emerging issues with client debt whilst maintaining client relationships
Ensuring that our accounts processes remain flexible depending on the needs of the client and adapting processes to fit with this
Responding to incoming email and phone accounts enquiries with a view to developing, maintaining and expanding relationships with existing clients
Raising credits and invoices to clients where required when products are added/ cancelled from their orders
Other finance related tasks as and when necessary for the needs of the business

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experienced in using Microsoft products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Experience in SAGE is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided
Previous sales ledger/credit control experience desired
Excellent communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Accurate attention to detail 
Self-motivated and driven for results 
Curious to challenge the status quo
Unified in working together for the same goals and vision 
Driven to achieve, succeed, and progress 
Passionate about our customers, our business, and personal performance
 
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Annual leave: 25 days 
Pension: (3% contributory)
Healthcare scheme: claim up to £1,000 back with Simply Health
Death in service: cover of 3 x salary
Perks at Work: exclusive member discounts across a range of goods and services
Community Day on us: volunteer in your community for one day each year
CPD Opportunities: training and development opportunities to boost your confidence, realise your strengths and develop your career with us.
 
At Searches UK, we believe that diversity drives success. We are proud of our inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued, respected, and safe. We welcome applications from all walks of life and encourage you to bring your most authentic self to work. 

You may have experience of the following: Accounts Assistant, Finance Support Officer, Accounting and Credit Control Assistant, Ledger Administrator, Financial Operations Coordinator, Accounts and Client Relations Executive, Billing and Payments Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Finance and Credit Controller, Client Accounts Officer, etc.

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