Finance Assistant

Job Advert: Finance Assistant

Location: Widnes
Reports to: Senior Financial Controller
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Are you detail-oriented, organised, and looking to take the next step in your finance career? We're seeking a Finance Assistant to support our Senior Financial Controller and help manage the day-to-day financial activities of the company. This role is essential in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance function across a range of key responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise daily with the Financial Controller to plan workload and requirements.
• Raise relevant sales invoices and check supporting documentation.
• Process purchase ledger invoices, matching them with appropriate documentation.
• Review and verify invoices for quantities received, pricing, and discounts.
• Resolve discrepancies or billing issues by liaising with internal departments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Maintain credit control records, including limits and payments, and liaise with customers.
• Accurately input financial data into the MPI and accounting systems.
• Organise and manage filing systems for financial documents.
• Contribute to the implementation of a paperless office through scanning and organising files.
• Assist in generating regular financial reports.
• Support the Financial Controller with tasks and instructions.
• Collaborate on month-end activities.
• Prepare stock adjustments and month-end reports.
• Take on ad-hoc financial tasks as required.
• Show strong attention to detail.
• Always work in a safe manner to protect yourself and others.

Person Specification:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working in a busy office environment.
• Comfortable working both independently and in a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience in a health and safety-focused workplace.
• CIMA/ACCA qualification preferred but not essential.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Self-starter with the ability to use initiative.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.

Personal Attributes:

• Committed to quality in all aspects of work.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in raising queries.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing demands.
• Able to take ownership of tasks when required.

Other Requirements:

• Reliable and punctual, with the ability to commute reliably and meet shift times.