Interim Finance Assistant - Belfast - Dargan Area

MCS Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency based in Belfast is seeking an Interim Finance Assistant for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will support financial operations, including ledger maintenance, payroll processing, and credit control. The role requires a strong attention to detail and experience in a dynamic finance environment, along with proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a dynamic finance team.
• Excellent MS Office skills including Excel.
• Experience using Management Information and ERP systems.
• Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate Purchase and Sales Ledgers.
• Manage bank reconciliations and credit control.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing and reporting.
• Support operations on Stock Management.

Skills

High Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Teamwork and Cooperation

Education

5 GCSE's or equivalent including Maths and English

Tools

MS Office

Management Information Systems

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Interim Finance Assistant - 6 Months Contract - Dargan Area, Belfast

Fantastic opportunity for those seeking their next interim finance assistant role with a dynamic & forward thinking company.

The Role

The Finance Administrator will join and be part of a team of three who support the Senior Management Team through the accurate and timely processing of sales and purchase ledger, issuing purchase orders, processing monthly payroll, updating monthly reports, undertaking bank reconciliations and credit control.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• To assist in accurately maintaining the computerised Purchase and Sales Ledgers
• To answer the telephone and assist with customers regarding payments
• To assist with purchasing, raising purchase orders as well as liaising with suppliers
• To undertake multi-currency bank reconciliations, ensuring correct allocation to customer and supplier accounts
• Lead an efficient and effective Credit Control function
• Support Operations on Stock Management
• Assisting with the production of monthly management and financial reports
• General administrative duties to assist Senior Management, the Sales team and the general smooth running of the business
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with the company's strive for continuous improvement
• Any other reasonable duties at the request of Management

Key Requirements

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent at pass level including Maths and English
• At least 1 years' experience working in a fast pace dynamic finance team
• Excellent MS Office skills including Excel
• Experience using Management Information and ERP systems, with an interest in learning new technologies

• Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage own workload and plan around annual leave to ensure all work is covered off
• Experience of working towards deadlines and multi-tasking

Desirable Criteria

• Studying towards an Accounting Qualification or P/T qualified Accountant
• Experience of end to end payroll processing
• Experience working with Opera accounts system or Accura MIS

Skills

A Finance Administrator is expected to bring with them the following skills and a willingness to develop them further:

• High Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Application

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Clare Simpson Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 02896 935499

Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs including www.mcsgroup.jobs

Equal Opportunity

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.

Note

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