Finance Assistant

TQR; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the Finance Manager in daily financial operations. You will manage credit control, process invoices, conduct reconciliations, and assist with audits. This role requires experience in accounts payable and receivable, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers an hourly rate of £16.60 and is based in Plympton, working Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable roles.
• High level of accuracy in data entry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit control and proactively chase overdue accounts.
• Set up new customer accounts and perform credit and sanctions checks.
• Process customer invoices for UK and export shipments.
• Record and allocate daily cash receipts and payments.
• Process vendor invoices and employee expenses.
• Prepare monthly customer statements.
• Perform month-end reconciliations for bank accounts.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Assist the Finance Manager with reporting.
• Undertake reception duties and general administration.

Skills

High level of accuracy in data entry

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Education

Knowledge of accounting software

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented

Finance Assistant

to support our Finance Manager in managing day-to-day financial operations. This role is key to ensuring smooth financial processes, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash management, invoicing, reconciliations, and credit control.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit control and proactively chase overdue accounts.
• Set up new customer accounts and perform credit and sanctions checks.
• Process customer invoices for UK and export shipments, ensuring compliance with customs requirements.
• Record and allocate daily cash receipts and payments.
• Process vendor invoices and employee expenses, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Prepare monthly customer statements and respond to ad hoc queries.
• Perform month-end reconciliations for bank accounts, AP, and AR.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Assist the Finance Manager with reporting, reconciliations, and ad hoc finance tasks.
• Undertake reception / switchboard duties and general administration as needed.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable roles.
• High level of accuracy in data entry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of accounting software.

Work Location & Hours

Plympton based, working Monday to Friday 08.15am to 17.15 and 12.30pm finish on a Friday.

Compensation

An hourly rate of £16.60ph will be paid with this position.

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