Company Description
Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). See Security Clearance Section.
At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide. As part of our 2025 Vision we are putting Sustainability and Net Zero at the heart of our business.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
Job Summary
Turner & Townsend are seeking a Finance Assistant to support their delivery of works in Defence. The role sits within a fast-moving vibrant team that provide support to a range of projects and joint ventures. The individual will be a self-starter, who enjoys working with a range of stakeholders and brings financial administration experience and excel capability.
MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
1. To carry out all financial administration related to Turner & Townsend Defence projects, in liaison with the Finance Manager
2. Coordinate collation of timesheets, project deliverables and client approvals to support invoicing
3. Chasing aged debts to ensure timely cash collection and reconciliation for all cash receipts
4. Assisting with financial/project queries from the Client and Suppliers
5. Supporting with Project creation, WIP, forecasting and project margin reviews
6. Administer and analyse large volumes of sales invoices with acute attention to detail
7. Filing and archiving financial documents
8. Supporting the Defence finance team with Ad-hoc tasks
REPORTING
This role reports to the Senior Finance Analyst
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
9. Sales invoices are produced to the highest quality standards and are completed efficiently and within deadlines
10. Key information and data are accurately maintained
11. Promote and encourage positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; including project teams, clients and suppliers
12. Strong work ethic and adaptable
Qualifications
13. Finance Degree or QBE within an equivalent Finance role
14. Immediate in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
15. Analytical skills with strong attention to detail
16. Good organisation skills that promote prioritising and meeting deadlines
17. Great problem-solving skills
18. Experience in administrating large amounts of financial data
19. Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 experience is a plus
Additional Information
Additional Information
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.