Finance Assistant - All-Round Transactional Role with Month-End Exposure
Are you an organised and proactive Finance Assistant looking to grow your career in a varied and supportive environment?
We're looking for a Finance Assistant to join our dynamic and growing team based in Skipton, supporting key day-to-day finance operations and gaining exposure to month-end transactional processing and reporting responsibilities.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a mix of sales and purchase ledger, supplier engagement, and hands-on transactional reporting, with added responsibilities within an autonomous and busy accounts department.
Key Responsibilities as a Finance Assistant
1. Maintain and process sales ledger and purchase ledger transactions accurately and on time
2. Set up new supplier accounts and process all transactional reporting and subsequent payment schedules, resolving queries efficiently
3. Complete bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow activity
4. Manage company credit cards, ensuring accurate transaction coding, receipts, and monthly reconciliation
5. Manage credit control and provide weekly debtors report
6. Prepare payroll processes and all timesheet entries for external submission
7. Monitor the accuracy of the order book, ensuring all monthly requirements are met for reporting purposes
8. Support transactional reporting including journals, accruals, and prepayments
9. Assist in month-end and year-end closing tasks, including reconciliations and audit preparation
10. Prepare all monthly and yearly VAT/Intrastat returns as required
11. Maintain financial records in compliance with internal controls and policies
What We're Looking For
* Over 3 years of experience within a fast-paced finance/accounts assistant role
* Good working knowledge of ledgers, reconciliations, and credit card management
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in transactional processing
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Comfortable using Excel and finance systems such as Sage 50
What You'll Gain as a Finance Assistant
* A broad, hands-on finance role with genuine variety and autonomy
* Exposure to month-end and year-end processes with a qualified mentor
* Opportunities for training and career development
* Flexible working and a good benefits package
If you believe you possess the right profile for this role and are looking for a fresh challenge where you can use your professional experience within a fast-paced organisation, then we want to hear from you!
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