Finance Assistant

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; Hastings; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well-established manufacturing business in Hastings for a 12-month maternity cover. You will support financial accounting, reporting, budgeting and analysis, reporting to the Financial Controller, ensuring accuracy and strong financial controls.

Key duties include managing receivables/payables, bank reconciliations, budgeting support and month-end reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Experience across a broad range of finance functions.
• Strong financial analysis skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• AAT/ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualification advantageous, though candidates qualified by experience will be considered.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage receivables and payables control accounts.
• Complete regular bank reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset register and perform ledger reconciliations.
• Process and review invoices with appropriate authorisation.
• Support annual budgeting and financial planning.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts, inventory reports and sales analysis.
• Assist with month-end reporting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Support cost analysis and pricing against budget.

Skills

Receivables & Payables

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

P&L & Cash Flow

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication Skills

Regulatory & Controls

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA advantageous

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Do you have a passion for finance and a talent for accuracy? We are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Assistant to join the finance team of a well-established manufacturing business based in Hastings.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to provide maternity cover and gain exposure to a broad range of financial accounting, reporting, budgeting and analysis activities.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial controls and contributing to the preparation of regular financial reporting.

What's on Offer

• Job type: Full-time, 12 Months fixed term contract
• Location: Hastings
• Salary: up to £30,000 - £35,000, DOE

Key Responsibilities

• Managing receivables and payables control accounts
• Completing regular bank reconciliations
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and completing ledger reconciliations
• Processing and reviewing invoices to ensure accuracy and appropriate authorisation
• Supporting annual budgeting and financial planning
• Preparing weekly cash flow forecasts, inventory reports and sales analysis
• Assisting with month-end reporting including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Supporting analysis of costs, pricing, sales performance and actuals against budget
• Identifying and supporting cost reduction opportunities
• Liaising with external auditors and supporting year-end processes
• Assisting with R&D tax credit preparation and related external liaison
• Ensuring financial systems and procedures remain compliant with current legislation
• Providing general support to the finance team and wider office when required

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years' experience within a finance or accounting environment
• Experience across a broad range of finance functions
• Strong financial analysis skills
• Experience within a manufacturing environment would be beneficial
• AAT, ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification would be advantageous, although candidates qualified through experience or currently studying will be considered
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet weekly and monthly deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels
• Proactive, logical and methodical approach to work
• Good understanding of financial controls and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications.

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