What youll bring to the team
Role: Finance Assistant - Cash Accounting
Location: Merlin Finance Hub - Basingstoke, Hybrid - 3 days in office
Were currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant within cash accounting which covers all Merlin bank accounts and cash onsite for all regions. Got what it takes?
Roles & Responsibilities
* Preparation of weekly and monthly journals working closely with key business partners for the appropriate level of support.
* Accurate and timely month end reporting in line with the Finance hub timetable across international legal entities.
* Completion of balance sheet reconciliations to support reviews with Finance hub managers and business partners.
* Process cash accounting activity across international legal entities.
* Maintain financial controls in accordance with group policies and procedures.
* Support the preparation of daily, weekly and monthly reports in line with the centralised reporting strategy.
* Reconciles cash application and disbursements in a timely manner.
* Monitors outstanding banking items to ensure timely resolution of queries and take ownership of clearing items.
* Liaise with internal and external audit teams.
* Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders internally and externally.
* Maintain all financial controls and systems within your role.
* Ensure all key tasks are completed to scheduled timelines and in line with accounting policies.
* Take ownership of balance sheet accounts and reviews with Finance hub managers.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience working within a finance role
* Bank reconciliation experience
* Experience of month end close processes and posting journals
* Good analytical skills and proactive approach to problem solving
* Experience of process improvements and standardising finance processes
* Evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with key business stakeholders
* Proactive individual with experience working in a flexible and changing environment
* Intermediate level of Excel is a necessity
* Communication skills necessary to coordinate month end close across multiple functions
* Attention to detail with a proactive approach to obtaining appropriate supporting evidence.
* Coordination with divisional finance organisations to highlight/resolve issues.
Benefits
* A competitive annual salary
* 20 days holiday on commencement, rising to 22 days after 1 years service, then 1 day for each completed year, up to a maximum of 25 days plus bank holidays
* Enjoy the Ride Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones!
* Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a years service
* Company bonus
* Private pension scheme
* 40% discount online off LEGO
* 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Plus, many more...
Pay Range
Competitive
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