Finance Assistant

The Happiness Index; London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Employee Engagement platform as a Finance Assistant, where you'll ensure the financial health of the organization by managing accounts receivable and cash flow. This part-time role offers a supportive environment that promotes personal and professional growth within a culture of happiness and engagement.

Qualifications

• Entry level position ideal for self-motivated individuals.
• Experience with accounting software preferred.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable and minimize credit risk.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Monitor aged debtors and prepare reports for the Finance Manager.

Skills

Excellent numeracy skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

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Who are we?

The Happiness Index is an Employee Engagement and Happiness Platform helping organisations convert their culture into performance by measuring key employee engagement & happiness drivers to power people strategies. Underpinned by neuroscience, we help companies understand how their people think, feel and behave. Our data-driven insights will enable businesses to boost retention, productivity and performance.

In line with our vision to unlock the secrets of workplace happiness, we want our employees (our Quokkas) to have a great experience at The Happiness Index. We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth, cultivating a safe and inspiring environment, and creating space for people to show up as their full selves.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running of our finance department. Your primary focus will be on managing our accounts receivable, minimising credit risk, and optimising cash flow. This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual who is eager to take ownership of their responsibilities and contribute to the financial stability of the company.

Credit Control

• Proactively manage and collect debts from company debtors in a timely and professional manner.
• Issue timely and accurate invoices and statements to customers.
• Monitor aged debtors and produce regular reports for the Finance Manager.
• Liaise with customers to resolve queries and disputes promptly, maintaining positive relationships.
• Prepare and send out reminder emails and make follow-up calls as required.
• Escalate overdue accounts to the Finance Manager for further action when necessary.
  
  

Cash Management

• Process incoming payments and accurately allocate cash to customer accounts on Xero.
• Perform daily and weekly bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accounted for.
• Monitor daily cash balances on Xero.
• Process staff expenses in line with company policy.
• Assist with the processing of supplier payments
  
  

General Finance Administration

• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Xero.
• Assist with general administrative tasks within the finance department as required.
• Assist accountants with preparing payroll and pension contributions.
• Support for the Finance Manager to cover annual leave/sickness.
• Ad-hoc assistance to accountants.
  
  

Behaviours, Skills & Strengths

• Excellent numeracy skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Approachability
• Trust and confidentiality
  
  

Preferable Experience

• Experience with accounting software (e.g Xero, Sage, QuickBooks).
• Experience in a finance or accounting role with a strong focus on credit control.
• A solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
  
  

Details

• Part-time, 3 days per week/22.5 hours per week
• Salary starting at £27,000 FTE (£16,200 actual)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Software Development

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