Graduate Finance Assistant

6 days ago


North Shields, United Kingdom Oddballs Ltd Full time

**Graduate Finance Assistant**

We have a great opportunity for an ambitious graduate to join our fast-paced accounts department. The role will provide you with invaluable experience and exposure across the different areas of the business, from finance, production, logistics, marketing and sales, making it a perfect opportunity for someone looking to build a future career in finance.

**About the Company**

The Oddballs group consist of one of the UK’s most vibrant and distinctive underwear brands, and a successful UK based sports kit manufacturer. Oddballs is a mainly direct to consumer business, offering high quality underwear and associated products via its online marketplace and is currently one of the fastest growing e-com brands in the Northeast.

With over 300 sleek underwear designs, cutting-edge sportswear, and accessories that turn heads, we're the go-to brand for those who appreciate quality and style. But it's not just about looking sharp; it's about doing good too. Since 2014, we've proudly donated over £1,000,000 to support fantastic charities.

In the sports arena, we've forged partnerships with the heavyweights - The British & Irish Lions, England Rugby, and a lineup of top-tier teams. We play hard, and we win big.

Core37 designs and manufactures sports kits from its Northeast head office, supplying sports clubs throughout the UK.

**About the role**

We're seeking an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to become a valuable part of our established and growing finance team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and you're passionate about making a mark in the industry, then we want to hear from you.

**Duties and responsibilities**
- Reconciliation of company bank accounts
- Preparing bank payments for approval - including supplier invoices, payroll and business expenses Daily invoice processing
- Weekly sales reconciliation
- Commercial analysis of pricing and sales trends
- Assistance with quarterly VAT returns
- General ledger duties
- Credit Control
- Project work as directed
- Other ad-hoc financial analysis and administration duties
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, or relevant field
- Genuine desire to forge a career in finance
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel.
- Confidence learning new software platforms.
- A positive, proactive and dynamic attitude.
- Efficiencies driven mindset.
- Adaptable and flexible in approach.
- Excellent time management, planning, and organisational skills are essential for effectively handling and prioritising tasks within a varied workload.

**Our values**

**Smile**: OddBalls and smiling go hand-in-hand the perfect combination for a great working environment.

**Family**: We support each other to achieve their professional goals and include everyone.

**Quality**:We pride ourselves on the quality of our products and customer service. Join our league of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation.

**Cause**:We raise awareness and money for charities in our own unique way to give back to the communities.

**Equality Policy**

Oddballs is an equal opportunities employer and actively supports Human Rights, and all Equality legislation. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success.

**Salary and benefits**

£23,500 - £25,000 per annum

Oddballs understands the importance of a balanced and fulfilling work life. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home one day per week.

Our commitment to work-life balance extends further with our "Early Finish Friday" policy, providing you with the opportunity to start your weekend.

In addition to these flexible work arrangements, we believe in recognising and rewarding our team. Enjoy discounted products from our range, adding an extra perk to your overall package.

To ensure you have ample time for relaxation and rejuvenation, we also provide enhanced annual leave of 24 days plus bank holidays, because we believe that a well-rested and satisfied team member is a productive and happy one.

We also offer Biannual social/culture events, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme, and an abundance of learning and development opportunities.

**Place of work**
- This role is based at our office on the Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate in North Shields.
- Hybrid, up to 1 day per week from home.

**Working hours**

Full time, 37.5 hours per week
- 8.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Monday - Thursday
- 8.30 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. on Fridays

**Recruitment & interviews**

We want everyone to feel supported and able to perform at their best when they join us for interview. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help make your recruitment experience with us more comfortable.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Perman


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