Finance / Accounts Assistant

Finance Assistant

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Fully Onsite

About the Role

Our client is an established and growing specialist business operating within a technical, commercially focused industry, supplying products and services to customers across the UK and internationally.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to support the day to day operation of the finance function.

This is a broad and hands on role, offering the opportunity to gain valuable experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, reconciliations and general finance administration.

The position would suit someone with around 1 to 2 years' experience in an accounts or finance environment, or an individual with a relevant finance qualification or educational background looking to develop their career within a commercial business.

Key Responsibilities

Support the day to day operation of the finance function
Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently
Maintain accurate and up to date financial records
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
Support credit control activities, including following up outstanding payments
Process and reconcile supplier statements
Assist with bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Maintain financial information and transactions within QuickBooks
Support payment runs and general transaction processing
Process employee expenses and related finance administration
Assist with the preparation of financial information and management reports
Respond to finance related queries from customers, suppliers and internal colleagues
Provide general administrative support to the wider finance team as required

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

1 to 2 years' experience within an accounts, finance or similar commercial environment, although relevant graduates or candidates with suitable qualifications will also be considered
A good understanding of basic accounting principles
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office applications
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop
Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers and suppliers
Previous experience using QuickBooks would be advantageous, but is not essential

What's On Offer

£26,000 to £30,000 per annum, with flexibility for the right candidate
Permanent, full time position
Fully onsite working environment
Broad exposure across a commercial finance function
Opportunity to develop your accounting and finance experience
Scope to take on additional responsibility as your experience develops
Potential future support towards AAT, ACCA or CIMA studies for the right candidate
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed