Financial Assistant

NES Fircroft; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team in Sheffield on a contract basis. This pivotal role involves managing bank accounts, supporting the treasury function, and ensuring compliance with VAT and other taxes. The ideal candidate will be competent in SAP and possess a solid understanding of UK tax regulations. With responsibilities ranging from cash management to financial analysis, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organization while working collaboratively with various departments. If you are proactive and eager to make an impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Competent in SAP and UK taxes.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and manual journals.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external bank accounts and cash receipts.
• Support Treasury function and assist with month-end journals.
• Liaise with project managers on FX deals.

Skills

SAP

VAT

Banking

Financial Analysis

Time Management

Education

Five GCSEs grade A-C (or equivalent)

AAT Studies (Completion or Working towards)

Job description

NES Fircroft are partnering with a client in Sheffield who are looking for a Finance Assistant to work with them on a contract basis.

This role plays a key part in the companies VAT, PSA and other taxes. The role is a support function to the treasury department and the main point of contact for all expenses. The successful candidate will support ICC with reconciliations statements and resolving issues in a timely manner.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Looking after 10 internal and 3 external bank accounts
• Daily upload of FX rates as well as allocation and posting of cash receipts
• First point of contact for all cash related questions
• Support Treasury function with FX-Deals
• Liaise with commercial project managers to discuss FX deal actions on their projects
• Action IC recharges (Group Fees) and ad hoc charges
• Completion of month-end journals
• Help with overseas VAT reporting
• Ad hoc financial analysis to support the business

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Competent in SAP, VAT and banking
• Completion of/ Working towards AAT Studies
• Experience of preparing manual journals.
• Experience of preparing bank reconciliations.
• Competent knowledge of UK taxes and Intrastats
• Proven experience of taking individual responsibility for tasks and managing time efficiently
• Experience of working as part of a team

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Five GCSEs grade A-C (or equivalent)

To apply for this position, please forward your updated CV. Candidates must have right to work in the UK before applying for this vacancy.