Based in Chessington
* Up to £30,000 + Bonus
* Free parking
* Company events
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life & Private medical insurance
* 22 days holiday rising
* Office based
We’re working with a client who’s on the lookout for a detail orientated, and motivated Finance Assistant to join their finance team. You’ll report directly to the Financial Controller and play a key role in supporting a variety of projects and departments—ranging from cost tracking to revenue processing—with lots of room to learn and grow.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Assisting in the preparation of month-end financial reports, including dashboards, forecasts, and full Management Accounts.
* Helping compile monthly stock reports and managing the fixed asset register.
* Performing daily bank reconciliations across multiple currencies.
* Setting up new projects and meticulously tracking costs and income.
* Acting as a friendly, reliable finance point-of-contact for budget holders across the business.
* Maintaining accurate records and supporting the external audit process to keep everything audit-ready.
* Handling a wide range of tasks—from posting journals to reconciling credit card statements and more.
What We’re Looking For:
* Solid experience working in a busy finance team.
* Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
* Detail-oriented, analytical, and customer-focused, with a passion for precision.
* A confident communicator and collaborative team player.
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