Finance Assistant

Hays Accounts and Finance; Wealden; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in Wealden is looking for a motivated Finance Assistant to manage invoicing, credit control, and payroll tasks. This role offers the opportunity to support financial processes and develop professionally in a dynamic environment, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Office-based role

Qualifications

• Prior experience in finance or accounting environment.
• Good knowledge of VAT and payroll basics.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices, staff expenses, and supplier payments.
• Preparing bank reconciliations and assisting with cash flow monitoring.
• Supporting the submission of quarterly VAT returns.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

SAGE proficiency

Financial procedures understanding

Education

AAT studier

Job description

Your new company
Expanding SME business looking for a Finance Assistant.

Your new role
You will be responsible for processing invoices, staff expenses, and supplier payments, as well as managing sales invoices and overseeing the credit control process. You will prepare bank reconciliations, assist with cash flow monitoring, and support the submission of quarterly VAT returns following review by the Head of Finance. The role also involves preparing and posting the monthly payroll journal, contributing to the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules, and ensuring the timely closure of monthly accounts with complete balance sheet reconciliations. You will maintain accurate records of restricted and unrestricted funds, assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements and audit schedules, and respond to finance-related queries from staff, suppliers, and external partners. Additionally, you will provide administrative support including filing, scanning, and record management, and support the Head of Finance with budgeting, forecasting, and the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking to grow their career in finance within a supportive and dynamic environment.

What you'll need to succeed
You will ideally be an AAT studier with prior experience working in a finance or accounting environment, demonstrating a solid understanding of financial procedures and practices. Proficiency with accounting software is essential, with a preference for candidates familiar with SAGE. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is also required. Additionally, an understanding of VAT and payroll basics would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return
Salary is up to 27,000 plus 25 days' holiday and back holidays, pension, and an office-based role.

What you need to do now
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