Finance Assistant

KHR Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Assistant in Sevenoaks, Kent. The role involves managing company payments, maintaining financial records, and preparing VAT returns. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in finance roles, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for improving processes. Salary ranges from £27,000 to £32,000 with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Experience with VAT and CIS returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process all company payments accurately.
• Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns.
• Contribute to reconciliations and assist with audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Proactivity

Education

Professional accounting qualification (AAT or higher)

Job description

Overview

Finance Assistant  |  Sevenoaks, Kent

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Salary: 27,000 to 32,000 + Benefits

KHR has partnered with a leading manufacturer of bespoke products servicing a global customer base who are looking to hire a Finance Assistant on a permanent, full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process all company payments accurately and in a timely manner
• Post journals and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns in compliance with UK regulations
• Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial tasks and monthly close processes
• Ensure all transactions are recorded efficiently within accounting software
• Contribute to reconciliations and assist with audits as required
• Continuously identify opportunities to streamline finance processes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles
• Highly proactive individual with the ability to work independently and complete tasks without constant supervision
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for driving improvements and seeing tasks through to completion
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Experience with VAT and CIS returns
• Professional accounting qualification (AAT or higher) is desirable

About the role

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