Finance Assistant

SmartestEnergy UK; Goring-by-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartestEnergy UK is seeking a proactive transactional finance professional to support AP and AR, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payments, receipts and reconciliations and maintaining reliable records in Workday.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, handle day-to-day finance queries, investigate discrepancies and contribute to automation to improve efficiency, accuracy and service levels across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Studying towards AAT, or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant finance experience;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and Outlook;
• Open to using Microsoft Copilot and AI tools appropriately to support efficient, accurate and improved ways of working;
• Accurate, organised and dependable, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities;
• Collaborative and customer-focused, with clear and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, accurate transactional finance service across AP and AR.
• Process invoices, payments, receipts and reconciliations on time.
• Manage day-to-day finance queries and maintain records in Workday.
• Investigate discrepancies and support automation of processes.

Skills

Studying towards AAT / equivalent

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

AI tools (Copilot)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification in progress

Tools

Workday

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and organised professional to provide an efficient, accurate and customer-focused transactional finance service across Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). The role is responsible for ensuring invoices, payments, receipts and reconciliations are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines, maintaining reliable financial records and ensuring compliance with established financial controls and approval processes.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will manage day-to-day finance queries, maintain accurate supplier and customer records within Workday, investigate discrepancies and support the smooth running of AP and AR operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, a customer-focused approach and the ability to work collaboratively, while identifying opportunities to improve, simplify and automate processes to enhance the overall efficiency of the Finance function.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Studying towards AAT, or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant finance experience;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and Outlook;
• Open to using Microsoft Copilot and AI tools appropriately to support efficient, accurate and improved ways of working;
• Accurate, organised and dependable, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities;
• Collaborative and customer-focused, with clear and professional communication.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

• Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human - no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details. Please reach out so we can discuss with you further.