Finance Officer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd seeks a diligent Finance Administrator to manage daily financial records, payroll processing, and regular reporting. Using Xero, you will maintain ledgers, perform reconciliations, and support budgeting and year-end tasks under MD/FD guidance.

You will liaise with external accountants and regulators, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements across finance operations. A detail-oriented, proactive approach is essential to support governance and strategic

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using the organisation's accounting system (Xero).
• Maintain the general ledger, purchase and sales ledgers, and fixed asset register.
• Process purchase and sales invoices, receipts, payments, journals and income/expenditure transactions.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations, monthly reconciliations, and petty cash records.
• Monitor debtor and creditor balances and support cash flow administration.
• Produce routine financial reports for management decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, year-end accounts, audits and financial reporting.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration and Bookkeeping

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using the organisation's accounting system, which is currently Xero. Maintain the general ledger, purchase and sales ledgers, and fixed asset register. Process purchase and sales invoices, receipts, payments, journals, income and expenditure transactions. Perform regular bank reconciliations, monthly reconciliations, and maintain petty cash records where applicable. Monitor outstanding debtor and creditor balances and support effective cash flow administration. Ensure all financial records and supporting documentation are maintained in accordance with organisational policies and accounting standards. Produce routine financial reports and financial information to support management decision-making. Assist the Managing Director and Finance Director with budgeting, forecasting, year-end accounts preparation, audit requirements, and other financial reporting.

Payroll Administration

Prepare the monthly payroll accurately and within required timescales. Maintain payroll records, including pension contributions, statutory deductions, leave records, and employee payroll information. Process statutory payments and ensure HMRC and pension submissions are completed accurately and on time. Ensure payroll processes comply with relevant employment legislation and statutory requirements.

Financial Reporting and Board Support

Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and management information under the direction of the Board of Directors. Compile financial papers and supporting information for Board and Finance Committee meetings. Support the implementation of finance-related actions arising from Board meetings.

Stakeholder Liaison

Act as a key finance contact for external accountants, auditors, banks, HMRC, pension providers, and other relevant regulatory or financial bodies. Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on finance-related matters.

Compliance and Financial Controls

Ensure compliance with the organisation's financial policies, procedures, and statutory requirements. Support the maintenance of effective internal financial controls and confidentiality of financial information. Assist with internal and external audit processes and respond to requests for financial information.

Systems and Continuous Improvement

Support the effective operation and maintenance of the organisation's accounting and financial systems. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems, and administrative procedures. Undertake any other finance-related duties appropriate to the role, as directed by the Managing Director or Finance Director.

Responsibilities Excluded

• Authorise payments.
• Manage budgets.
• Develop financial strategy.
• Make investment decisions.
• Hold delegated financial authority.
• Supervise finance staff (unless separately agreed).

These responsibilities remain with the Managing Director and Finance Director.