Finance Assistant

Alexander Daniels are recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation, who are seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team. This role will provide essential support, working closely with the Finance Manager on a range of financial reporting and management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchase invoice processing and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Carry out balance sheet reconciliations, including fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support monthly KPI reporting and cash flow reporting.
• Complete bank reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts in line with IFRS/FRS 102.
• Produce management accounts on a monthly basis.
• Raise revenue invoices and monitor receivables, including credit control.
• Provide assistance during audits and liaise with external stakeholders as required.
• Contribute to wider finance projects and process improvements when required.

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience in a similar finance role is essential.
• Strong Excel skills and sound knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Highly organised with excellent time management.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ideally studying towards, or keen to start, a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).

Salary & Benefits:

• £30,000 per year
• Hybrid working model (3 days office-based, 2 days remote)
• Private healthcare
• Competitive pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays