Trainee Finance Assistant

Trainee Finance Assistant

Job Summary:

The Trainee Financial Assistant has attained a specific set of skills to help manage the financial administration of the business’ clients, as well as a good organisational ability.

Working independently for large parts of the week, the role requires professionalism, accuracy and attention to detail.

They will be accountable for bookkeeping and financial administration of the business’ obligations daily, monthly, quarterly and annually. They will also be responsible for supporting Office Manager undertaking basic and routine administrative duties.

A strong desire to pursue a career in bookkeeping and financial management is essential.

Skills required

 Minimum Maths & English GCSE at grade C (or equivalent) or above
 Experience in a similar (ideally bookkeeping) role
 A good knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word and Excel
 Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced workplace
 Possess an organised, methodical and systematic approach to work
 Good telephone manner

Bookkeeping Responsibilities (full training will be provided):

 Xero & Sage 50 Experience
 All bookkeeping duties including purchase and sales ledger
 Payroll Journals
 Bank and credit card reconciliation
 Raising and distributing invoices and monthly account statements
 Credit control
 Assist in VAT return preparations
 Report generation (debtors, profit and loss, etc)

Administrative Duties:

 Supporting the day to day running of the office
 Answering the telephone and responding to email enquiries
 Ordering supplies
 Liaising with suppliers

This role is office based, Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm. Please do not apply if you are looking to WFH or Hybrid.

If you have the required skills and this role sounds like you, do not hesitate to apply now!

Due to volume, we are sadly unable to respond to unsuccessful applications.