Finance assistant

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our finance team in Ross-on-Wye. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management and reporting activities across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who is studying towards a professional qualification or looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

As Finance Assistant, your duties will include:

* Preparing monthly management accounts for subsidiary entities.

* Processing and reviewing salaries, journals, accruals, prepayments, pensions, fixed assets and reconciliations.

* Producing and maintaining trial balances and month-end reporting schedules.

* Supporting subsidiary budgeting and forecasting processes.

* Performing financial account reconciliations and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained.

* Providing cover for stock reconciliations and assisting with inventory-related reporting.

* Supporting a variety of finance improvement projects and process enhancements.

* Responding to financial accounting queries from internal stakeholders.

* Assisting with year-end, interim and statutory audits, as well as HMRC and other regulatory audit requirements.

* Attending annual stock counts and supporting inventory verification activities.

* Assisting with year-end reporting and producing ad hoc financial reports as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* Previous accounting experience within a finance or accounting function.

* AAT qualified, studying towards CIMA or ACCA, part-qualified, or equivalent accounting qualification.

* Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

* A proactive, self-motivated and positive approach to work.

* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

* Good problem-solving abilities and a willingness to take ownership of tasks.

* Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Desirable Skills

* Previous experience using SAP and/or Sage accounting systems.

* Experience supporting audits and financial reporting processes.

* Exposure to stock accounting and inventory reconciliations.

What We Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Study support opportunities for professional qualifications (where applicable).

* A supportive and collaborative working environment.

* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

* The chance to be involved in a varied and rewarding finance role within a growing organisation.

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic accounting professional looking for your next challenge and want to develop your career within a successful finance team, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV and application today to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Ross-on-Wye