Finance Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global accounting firm as a Finance Assistant in Belfast! This role offers a fantastic opportunity for both recent graduates and experienced administrators to develop their finance careers. You will manage accounting records, prepare bank reconciliations, and liaise with clients and third parties. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, and possesses strong communication skills. This is your chance to be part of a reputable organization that values personal and career development while providing tailored solutions to clients. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role or a graduate with placement year.
• Good working knowledge of Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounting records, including cash book and ledgers.
• Preparing bank reconciliations and arranging payments.
• Producing accurate accounting records with attention to detail.

Skills

Excel

Communication Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

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Our client, a top ten accounting firm globally, is currently recruiting two Finance Assistants for their growing Belfast team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global company focused on providing tailored solutions to support their clients! The ideal candidate will be degree-educated and looking to start their finance career with a global leader, or an experienced administrator seeking to join a reputable organization with excellent opportunities for personal and career development.

Main Tasks

• Managing accounting records, including the cash book, purchase ledger, sales ledger, and general ledger.
• Preparing bank reconciliations.
• Arranging bank payments and transfers and banking client receipts.
• Liaising with third parties such as insurance companies and banks on behalf of clients.
• Producing accurate accounting records and other work sets with attention to detail and quality, managing oneself effectively.
• Being organized and methodical to ensure all tasks are completed according to deadlines, with a focus on goals and results.
• Understanding and adhering to client deadlines.

Criteria

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, or a graduate with a placement year, would be ideal.
• Motivated to provide the highest quality service to clients.
• Self-motivated and organized, able to plan own time to meet targets and deadlines.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good working knowledge of Excel is essential.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and systems is not essential but beneficial.
• Suggests ways to improve current processes and procedures.
• Able to work well with peers to achieve common goals and independently with minimal supervision.
• Aware of client needs and able to act quickly to resolve issues clearly and concisely.