Finance Administrator

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Witney; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is recruiting on behalf of a client in Witney for a proactive Finance Administrator to support the Accounts team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll manage purchase and sales ledgers, invoicing, payments, and VAT/ monthly accounts, while maintaining confidential financial records.

This role offers a 4-day week and a comprehensive benefits package, with exposure to bank reconciliations, self-billing systems, and cash book maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience with purchase and sales ledger tasks.
• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and proper authorisation.
• Assist with stock takes and resolve outstanding queries.
• Manage account applications, invoicing, and banking activities.
• Maintain the self-billing system, update cash books, and review aged debtors.
• Handle VAT returns, EC sales, and monthly financial accounts.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, assist with VAT and payroll, and maintain financial records.
• Support administrative tasks like filing, correspondence, and CAF form processing.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Communication

Organisation

Confidential information handling

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client who is looking for a proactive Finance Administrator to support their Accounts team based in Witney. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll be responsible for managing purchase and sales ledger activities, ensuring accurate invoicing, payments, and financial record keeping. Discretion and strong communication skills are essential, as you'll handle confidential financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase Ledger:
  • Process invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and proper authorisation.
  • Assist with stock takes and resolve outstanding queries.
• Sales Ledger:
  • Manage account applications, invoicing, and banking activities.
  • Maintain the self-billing system, update cash books, and review aged debtors.
  • Handle VAT returns, EC sales, and monthly financial accounts.
• General Accounting:
  • Prepare bank reconciliations, assist with VAT and payroll, and maintain financial records.
  • Support administrative tasks like filing, correspondence, and CAF form processing.

Key Requirements

• Experience with purchase and sales ledger tasks.
• Strong communication, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.

Our client offers an attractive range of benefits and a 4 day week!