About the Role:
Our growing team is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Finance Assistant to undertake a variety of day-to-day bookkeeping, financial & administrative tasks. We are a group of companies that require your support across three businesses.
We are seeking an individual with a strong aptitude for numbers, meticulous attention to detail, and a keen eye for accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and be proficient in using accounting software.

Duties

• Maintenance of sales and purchase ledgers, processing of invoices, and supplier payments
• Raising sales invoices and accounts receivable management
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation for all transactions.
• Support month-end closing processes, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Prepare and process journal entries as required.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Utilise accounting software such as Xero to manage financial data efficiently.
• Support with payroll administration
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
• Any ad hoc tasks as required by the business.

Requirements

• AAT qualification or similar (preferred) with previous experience in a similar role
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Excellent data entry skills and a flair for numbers.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office
• Experience with spreadsheets
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills for dealing with clients and colleagues
• Knowledge of payroll is helpful but not required
• Good communication skills

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Workplace pension scheme
• Hybrid working hours on completion of the probationary period are possible

Hours: 8 am – 1 pm
Rate: Starting at £14.50 p/h (dependent on experience)
Location: (PE7 2DH)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: FA-JBS0

• Maintenance of sales and purchase ledgers, processing of invoices, and supplier payments
• Raising sales invoices and accounts receivable management
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation for all transactions.
• Support month-end closing processes, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Prepare and process journal entries as required.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Utilise accounting software such as Xero to manage financial data efficiently.
• Support with payroll administration
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
• Any ad hoc tasks as required by the business