Finance Assistant

We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join our clients friendly team. Working in a team of four this is a varied and interesting role, with a real chance to develop and progress.

Job Role: Finance Assistant.

Working in Bolton

Reporting to the Financial Controller

• £25,356 per annum (DOA)
• Based in Bolton - BL3 postcode
• Working week - Monday to Friday
• Excellent working conditions, free parking, chance of progression

Direct Duties

• To assist with all matters relating to financial aspects for the Group.
• To assist with the ongoing development of the Finance Processes and polices.
• Processing and inputting of outgoing sales invoices / expenses / receipts.
• Be responsible & manage the accounts inbox; ensuring this is cleared and processed on a daily basis.
• Assisting with the processing of purchase invoices / bills / expenses & receipts.
• Making payments over the phone using the online payment portal.
• Liaising directly with employees / Office admin staff and directors regarding correct. allocation of invoices / bills / receipts / expenses against the correct jobs.
• General accounts & finance administration; setting up of correct VAT / CIS / Payment terms.
• Assisting with the preparation of weekly payment plans / schedule upcoming payments & Bills.
• Assisting with processing of new sub-contractors / suppliers & employees.

Skills / attributes required

• Be competent with both Xero & Big change software systems (training can be provided if required).
• Advanced user of Microsoft Outlook / PowerPoint / Word / Excel.
• An excellent team worker.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally & non-verbally.
• Hard working with an enthusiastic attitude towards working and others.
• The ability to be proactive; open to / encourages change and new ideas.
• Demonstrates the ability to be an efficient worker & prioritises workload.
• Punctual; conscientious of time keeping and ability to demonstrate flexibility.
• You must live within an easily commutable distance of the company - based in Bolton BL3 postcode

Progression - dependant on ability

Multi-tasking and assisting in other areas where needed, a confident telephone manner and an eagerness to learn and develop is also essential.

If you are interested, could you please e-mail me with an up-to-date CV. I look forward to hearing from you.

or call me on - My working hours are 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday.