Finance Assistant

TeamJobs; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Financial Assistant, where your expertise will support the Finance Manager and Director in maintaining financial accuracy and efficiency. This full-time role involves managing financial transactions, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You'll be integral to budget preparation, debt management, and payroll processing, all while working in a supportive team environment. If you're a meticulous finance professional with a passion for detail and communication, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive.

Benefits

Parking provided nearby

Qualifications

• Part-qualified AAT or similar accounting qualification.
• At least three years of experience in an accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and updating of budgets.
• Ensure accuracy and proper coding of financial transactions.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of supplier statements.

Skills

Xero accounting software

Microsoft Office 365

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Part-qualified AAT

Job description

TeamJobs are delighted to be recruiting for a Financial Assistant to join our client's finance team.

This pivotal role supports the Finance Manager and Finance Director by managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and preparing detailed reports. Your contribution will be essential in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance department.

* SALARY: £25,000 - £30,000 DOE

* HOURS: Monday to Friday (Full Time)

* Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole - Parking provided nearby

Key Responsibilities:

* Budget Support: Assist in the preparation and updating of budgets.

* Accounts Management: Ensure accuracy and proper coding of financial transactions.

* Debt Management: Address and resolve queries related to outstanding invoices.

* Reconciliations: Conduct regular reconciliations of supplier statements, purchase and sales ledgers, and balance sheets.

* Bank Reconciliations: Perform and review weekly bank reconciliations.

* Payroll: Support payroll processing by posting relevant journals.

* Fixed Assets: Maintain and update the fixed assets register.

* Invoice Processing: Process sales invoices on a timely basis.

* Year-End Support: Assist with year-end accounts preparation and liaise with the Finance Manager.

* Administrative Duties: Handle account-related queries from suppliers and clients and assist with various ad-hoc tasks.

What We're Looking For:

* Qualifications: Part-qualified AAT or similar accounting qualification.

* Experience: At least three years of experience in an accounting role, with familiarity in a similar position.

* Skills: Proficiency in Xero accounting software & Microsoft Office 365.

* Core Competencies: Excellent attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality and empathy.

* Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with all team members of the business.

If you are a proactive and meticulous finance professional, we would love to hear from you!

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