Assistant, Finance UK

International Medical Corps; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A humanitarian aid organization in London seeks a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations. Responsibilities include processing accounts payable, handling payment requests, and preparing vouchers for foreign exchange. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and be working towards a recognized accountancy qualification. Proficiency in Excel and English is essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful finance management in a vital sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, Accounting or equivalent experience.
• Working towards a recognized accountancy qualification.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reports.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable in a timely manner.
• Respond to payment requests using BACS and international transfers.
• Prepare vouchers for foreign exchange transfers.

Skills

Data analysis tools in Excel

Clear communication

Problem analysis

Proficiency in English

Additional language skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in finance or Accounting

Recognized accountancy qualification

AAT qualified, ACCA, CIMA entry level

Tools

ERM or accounting packages

Microsoft Word Package

Job description

International Medical Corps UK provides emergency relief to those struck by disaster no matter where they are, no matter what the conditions, working with them to recover, rebuild and gain the skills and tools required for self-reliance.

International Medical Corps (IMC) and International Medical Corps UK (IMC UK) with headquarters in the United States and the United Kingdom respectively, work collaborate to maximize resources for the delivery of appropriate relief and development activities. International Medical Corps (IMC) is an US-registered independent affiliate organization of International Medical Corps UK (IMC UK), with which IMC UK shares the same name and charitable objectives and mission.

Job Summary

To assist the Finance team with the day-to-day financial activities of International Medical Corps UK in ensuring appropriate finance management, accounting, control and reporting. The UK finance team, work in close collaboration with the finance team of our affiliate International Medical Corps based in LA and Split.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Appropriate and timely processing of accounts payable function;
• Responding to payment requests using BACS and international transfers as appropriate
• Timely disbursement of staff expenses;
• Set-up payments in the bank account in relation to UK suppliers and employees;
• Prepare vouchers for Foreign exchange transfers;
• Tracing foreign exchange settlements and flag outstanding settlements;
• Ensure uploading documents on Onbase Scanning and filing of bank statements, bank reconciliation, monthly folders for transactions during the month, third party documents and correspondence.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Please note that the duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. This job description is subject to review to ensure that it reflects the strategic direction requirements of International Medical Corps UK.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically, Bachelor's Degree in finance, Accounting Accounting. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Working towards a recognized accountancy qualification
• AAT qualified, ACCA, CIMA entry level;
• Proficient in using data analysis tools in excel for reports etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Package;
• Prior experience of using ERM or accounting packages;
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, and formulate messages in an engaging way.
• The ability to effectively analyse complex problems and suggest solution that would have positive impact on International Medical Corps needs
• Proficiency in English
• Additional language skills a plus