Finance Assistant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their vibrant finance team in Bournemouth. The role involves supporting the finance function during a busy period, handling transactional finance tasks, and acting as a key point of contact for finance queries. With a competitive salary and potential for contract extension, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you're looking to enhance your finance career and thrive in a dynamic setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Study Support for AAT

Inclusive Work Environment

Modern Office

Potential for Contract Extension

Qualifications

• Experience in transactional finance, including sales ledger and reconciliations.
• Confident in dealing with people at all levels, including senior management.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger and handling sales ledger daily.
• Performing complex reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.

Skills

Transactional Finance

Sales Ledger

Credit Control

Reconciliations

Excel

Education

AAT (studying towards)

Tools

Accountancy Systems

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group has been appointed to recruit for an excellent opportunity to join a local Bournemouth, Dorset education sector-based organisation.

They require a Finance Assistant to join their small but fast-paced finance function on a 6-month contract. You will support during a busy period.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will work in a varied transactional finance role, acting as a point of contact for internal and external finance queries. The role is based in central Bournemouth, in bright and modern offices, with a salary range of £25,000 to £27,000 plus benefits.

What will the Finance Assistant role involve?

• Processing purchase ledger, including support with prepayments and accruals;
• Handling sales ledger and credit control daily;
• Performing complex reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and resolving queries;
• Assisting with month-end and year-end preparations, working closely with senior management.

Suitable Candidate for the Finance Assistant vacancy:

• Experience in transactional finance, including sales ledger, credit control, and reconciliations, is essential;
• Studying towards AAT is advantageous but not required; study support is offered;
• Confident in dealing with people at all levels, including senior management and students;
• Proficient in using accountancy systems and Excel.

Additional benefits and information:

• Great opportunity for a current Finance Assistant to join an inclusive business with daily interaction with many people;
• Salary up to £27,000 plus a range of benefits;
• Based in Bournemouth city centre, in a modern and friendly environment;
• Potential for contract extension.

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