Finance Assistant

cer Financial; London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking a Finance Assistant in the City of London. The role involves providing crucial administrative support to the Branch Manager, ensuring accurate financial transactions, and preparing financial reports. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 and presents an excellent opportunity for growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or administrative support preferred.
• Strong organizational skills essential.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Branch Manager’s customer visit schedule and manage travel.
• Handle expense invoices and ensure payment accuracy.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

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Finance Assistant
City of London
Permanent
£40,000

cer Financial is working alongside a bank based in the City of London. They are seeking a Finance Assistant to join them on a permanent basis. In this role, you will work effectively and independently with reasonable supervision from the HR & General Administration Manager.

Responsibilities of a Finance Assistant:

1. Prepare the Branch Manager’s schedule of customer visits, meetings, travel, and other activities as assigned.
2. Type correspondence such as letters and emails as required.
3. Check and review expense invoices approved for payment.
4. Prepare and make payments to suppliers, claimants, and other creditors.
5. Ensure all payments are accurate and valid, with supporting documents completed.
6. Submit check disbursement vouchers with appropriate supporting documents to the Head of Personnel and Branch Manager.
7. Record all payments made.
8. Prepare and monitor adjusted accruals.
9. Handle the opening and closing of General Expenses accounts.
10. Prepare VAT returns.
11. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
12. Respond to inquiries from external auditors and tax auditors regarding branch expenses, payrolls, taxes, etc.