Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Posted 5 days ago by Scantec

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Negotiable
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Cheshire, UK
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Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Advanced Mathematics Credit Control Debits And Credits Finance Information Systems Microsoft 365 Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Microsoft Word Month-End Closing Receivables SIPOC Process Telephone Skills

Summary: The Finance Assistant role involves processing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining financial records, and assisting with month-end and year-end processes. The position requires effective communication with suppliers and internal teams, as well as a commitment to personal development and accuracy in financial administration. The role is based in Capenhurst, Cheshire, and is offered as a 2-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable in a timely manner, including liaison with internal and external suppliers.
  • Maintain accurate financial records.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end processes.
  • Manage the Accounts Payable Mailbox efficiently and effectively.
  • Ensure Purchase Orders are raised promptly and accurately.
  • Ensure supplier statements are regularly reconciled.
  • Assist with Credit Control.
  • Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in the job description.

Key Skills:

  • Experience of financial administration.
  • Experience of maintaining financial information systems and making payments.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel.
  • Experience of working as part of a team.
  • Experience of working on own initiative.
  • Able to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Respect confidentiality.
  • Excellent communication skills including telephone skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

Salary (Rate): £13.00 Hourly

City: Capenhurst

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: Finance Assistant
Location: Capenhurst, Cheshire
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 2 month contract

Main Duties
To process accounts payable and accounts receivable in a timely manner, including liaison with internal and external suppliers. Processing purchase invoices or sales invoices.
To maintain accurate financial records
To assist with the month end and year processes
Manage the Accounts Payable Mailbox efficiently and effectively
Ensure Purchase Orders are raised promptly and accurately
Ensure supplier statements are regularly reconciled
Assist with Credit Control
Undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in the job description.

Key Relationships
CFO
Financial Controller
Finance Team
Purchasing Manager

Qualifications & Education
Evidence of commitment to own personal development, being prepared to undertake training relevant to the post.
Minimum of GCSE English and Mathematics at grace C or above, or equivalent

Essential Skills & Experience
Experience of financial administration
Experience of maintaining financial information systems and making payments
Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Words and Excel
Experience of working as part of a team
Experience of working on own initiative
Able to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Respect confidentiality
Excellent communications skills including telephone skills
Ability to meet deadlines

Desired Skills
Have a neat and organised approach to work
Knowledge of the ability to use routine equipment eg photocopiers, scanners. shredding machine etc.
Previous experience working in a similar role

Competence Requirements
Teamwork
Communication
Commercial Awareness
Customer Service
Motivation & Flexibility
Job Knowledge

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