Finance and Business Assistant

Doocey Group; Tipton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run utility and civil engineering firm in Tipton is seeking a Finance and Business Assistant. In this newly created role, you will support the Finance Manager with daily tasks and gain broad experience in finance. Candidates should have 2 years of relevant experience and strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. The company values diversity and offers a competitive salary and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years office and/or finance experience.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Daily banking updating and communications.
• Remittance reconciliations.
• Support with Aged Debt and WIP Analysis across all divisions and contracts.
• Printing and filing ready for review, Commercial & Operations Outstanding reports, assisting with the analysis of reports.
• Obtaining quotes for asset finance and dealing with queries.
• Properties funding - collating required information from different departments to support funding.
• Maintain and update Properties Lease.
• General administration and reporting as required.
• Collaborate within other areas of the business with regard to financial operations of the group.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Integrity and Trustworthiness

Reliability

Willingness to Learn

Basic Numeracy & Tech Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving Attitude

Professionalism

Time Management

Education

GCSEs Grade 9-4 or equivalent

Business or finance qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Title

Finance and Business Assistant

Salary

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

The Old Stables, Watery Lane, Tipton, DY4 8NA

Our Company

Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years' experience built on strong, Black Country values. We\'ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we\'ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you\'re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you\'ll feel right at home here.

The Role

This is a newly created role to support the Finance Manager with daily bank reporting, asset funding support, business and partnering and miscellaneous tasks as required. The individual will have the opportunity to join a growing, multi-faceted company and gain experience in different areas of finance and the wider business environment. Training will be provided for this role; however, we require someone with previous experience working within a finance position.

Responsibilities

• Daily banking updating and communications
• Remittance reconciliations
• Support with Aged Debt and WIP Analysis across all divisions and contracts
• Printing and filing ready for review, Commercial & Operations Outstanding reports, assisting with the analysis of reports
• Obtaining quotes for asset finance and dealing with queries
• Properties funding - collating required information from different departments to support funding
• Maintain and update Properties Lease
• General administration and reporting as required
• Collaborate within other areas of the business with regard to financial operations of the group

Personal Qualities

• Attention to Detail
• Integrity and Trustworthiness
• Reliability
• Willingness to Learn
• Basic Numeracy & Tech Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Problem-Solving Attitude
• Professionalism
• Time Management

Technical Skills & Experience

• 2 years office and/or finance experience

Qualifications & Training

• GCSEs Grade 9-4 or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Business or finance qualification (desirable)

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary