Finance Assistant

2M Employment Solutions Limited; Long Eaton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking employment agency in Long Eaton is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the finance department. The role involves daily cash management, credit checks, VAT returns, payroll processing, and providing backup across finance functions. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of industry experience and an AAT qualification is beneficial. The position offers a Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme, flexible working options, company pension, and additional perks such as cycle-to-work schemes and free parking.

Benefits

Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme

Flexible working (including remote options)

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free flu jabs

Free parking and store discounts

Qualifications

• AAT qualification is beneficial but not essential.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in industry.

Responsibilities

• Daily cash postings and cash book journals.
• Managing credit checks, credit limits, and maintaining accurate customer data.
• Overdue debt chasing and issuing daily order book reports.
• VAT returns and ensuring timely financial reconciliations.
• Payroll processing and pension administration.
• Supporting purchasing and despatch functions.

Skills

Cash management

Credit management

VAT returns

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification

Job description

Finance Assistant

At I Holland, we don't just offer a job, we offer a future. As a Finance Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our finance department and gain exposure across multiple areas, from purchasing and payroll to despatch. Plus, you'll benefit from our Profit Related Payment (PRP) Bonus Scheme once you complete your probation.

This is a full-time role reporting to the Management Accountant, where you'll work closely with the Financial Controller and Management Accountant on day-to-day finance tasks. You'll also learn and provide backup support across other finance functions, ensuring smooth operations during busy periods or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Daily cash postings and cash book journals
• Managing credit checks, credit limits, and maintaining accurate customer data
• Overdue debt chasing and issuing daily order book reports
• VAT returns, deferred income journals, and monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Payroll processing, pension administration, and audit preparation
• Supporting purchasing, purchase ledger, and despatch functions when needed

Benefits

• Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working (including remote options - 3 days in the office)
• Company pension
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking and store discounts

Qualifications & Experience

• AAT qualification is beneficial but not essential
• Minimum 3 years in industry

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