Finance Assistant

Due to the growth of the business, we’re expanding our team Join our finance department as a Group Finance Assistant, supporting the wider finance function.OVERALL OBJECTIVE: To work independently and as part of a team in a busy finance department and to maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Playing a key role within the finance function for the housebuilding and property entities within the Group.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: BankingPosting and allocation of cash receipts/payments from the bank statement to the cashbook for the housebuilding accounts, on a daily basis, and associated journals.Posting house sales journals that match to completion statementsBank reconciliations on a daily and monthly basis, for the housebuilding accounts.Weekly BACS payment runsAd-hoc payments from all bank accounts.Assist with other treasury responsibilities, including petty cashDeal with the processing and payment of expenses and credit cardsPurchase and Sales LedgerProcessing of purchase invoices, matching invoices to purchase orders and chasing any queries with the relevant parties in a timely mannerRaising of both sundry and contract sales invoices within the COINS systemMonthly supplier statement reconciliationsCredit control and chasing all outstanding balances when they become dueMonth-end and financial year-end procedures including reconciliationsOtherProcessing of CIS sub-contractor certificates, with appropriate tax deductionsKey user of the COINS system supporting the ongoing implementation. This will include cross training of other team members, transfer and reconciliation of data between systems and system maintenance.Manage the accounts emails and post as requiredProduction of P11D information as requiredMaintain staff purchases as requiredDevelopment and maintenance of standard operating proceduresDeal with adhoc queries and requestsKEY CONTACTS: This role reports directly to the Group Financial Accountant and also works closely with other members of the finance team.WORKING ENVIRONMENT: This role is based at the Banks Group head office in Meadowfield.PERSON SPECIFICATIONQUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:ESSENTIAL:Previous experience in a finance assistant role, preference with experience in housebuilding businessPrevious treasury experienceTo be able to work independently and as part of a team.Previous experience with COINSProficient in ExcelDESIRABLE:To be conversant with other software packages used by the Accounts Team - Access Focal point and Access DimensionsPERSONAL QUALITIES/COMPETENCIES:Customer orientation, integrity and the ability to lead through influence.Customer champion - good listener, consistently delivers on their commitments and promises, and knows when to accept and when to challenge.Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.Good judgement, showing logical decision making, and a hands-on approach.Logical planning ability. Ability to concentrate on different tasks at the same time.Ability to work with minimum or no supervision.Ability to role model actions and behaviours consistent with the company values.First class communication skills with the ability to liaise with senior management and both internal and external customers.Confident, a self-starter, with the ability to operate in a dynamic challenging environment.A good team player capable of delivering excellent results under pressure and to strict deadlines.A positive ‘can do’ enthusiastic attitude.Professional approach.EMPLOYEE BENEFITSCompetitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive salary with an annual bonus based on company and individual performance. Generous Leave: Benefit from generous annual leave plus public holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our company pension plan. Parental Leave: Access enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support your growing family. Wellbeing Support: Utilise our Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellbeing discounts, and the support of qualified health advocates and Mental Health First Aiders.Sustainable Initiatives: Participate in our Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work scheme, and enjoy discounts through our e-voucher program with major retailers. Financial Security: Benefit from generous life assurance coverage for peace of mind. HOW TO APPLY:APPLY TODAY by submitting your CV and covering letter detailing your relevant experience to: humanresources.applications@banksgroup.co.uk