Senior Finance Assistant

Kerry Inc.; Erith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in the UK is seeking a Finance Assistant to manage daily accounting tasks and support the financial function. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting. The ideal candidate has key finance experience in the hospitality sector and strong Excel skills. Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 with great development potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great development and career progression potential

Supportive finance team

Hotel benefits and staff discounts

Qualifications

• Key finance experience in the hotel or hospitality sector.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting/PMS systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting tasks including AP, AR, and credit control.
• Prepare journals, reconciliations, and assist with management reporting.
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Key finance experience in hotel or hospitality sector

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisation skills

Confident communicator

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll support the day-to-day finance function based onsite in the hotel. You'll be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate financial processes and providing essential support in reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting tasks including AP, AR, and credit control
• Prepare journals, reconciliation's, and assist with management reporting
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes
• Handle income audit, banking, and cash processes
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial compliance

Qualifications

• Key finance experience in the hotel or hospitality sector
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting/PMS systems
• High attention to detail and strong organisation skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach to learning

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000
• Join a respected and growing hotel group
• Great development and career progression potential
• Supportive, collaborative finance team
• Hotel benefits and staff discounts