Job Description
Finance Administrator - Hybrid | Permanent - Competitive salary and excellent benefits
Are you AAT qualified and looking for your next step in a finance role? We are currently recruiting for multiple roles on behalf of a well-established client. We are looking for four Finance Administrators to join their growing Corporate Support team on a permanent basis.
This role would suit someone with at 12 months' + experience in an accounts or finance function; AAT level 3+.
Full training will be provided and study support is available following successful completion of the probationary period.
Please note: this role requires flexibility during month-end periods, where overtime may be required (typically up to 6pm). Standard working hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Important: Due to the location of our client, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
The Role
Reporting to the Corporate Support Manager, you will provide accurate and compliant administrative support across a range of financial processes, reporting activities and internal projects. Key duties will include:
* Processing daily financial transactions including purchase invoices, sales invoices and expenses
* Managing cash management activities across EMEA offices, including internal cash transactions and regular bank, supplier and customer reconciliations
* Managing multi-currency transactions, including foreign currency postings, exchange rate monitoring and account reconciliations
* Preparing and submitting local and foreign VAT returns in line with regulatory deadlines
* Assisting with monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations and financial statement production
* Performing monthly balance sheet control reviews and general ledger monitoring
* Supporting financial consolidation by compiling branch and profit centre data for group reporting
* Preparing supporting workings for statutory financial statement disclosures
* Assisting with audit preparation by collating documentation and responding to auditor queries
* Monitoring departmental shared mailboxes daily, delegating and resolving queries in line with company SLA guidelines
* Contributing to departmental improvement projects
Skills & Experience
* Accounting qualification (full or part), with a minimum of AAT Level 3 or equivalent - AAT Level 2 candidates with relevant work experience within an accounts role will also be considered
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
* Previous experience in accounting, accounts payable or financial administration preferred (1-2 years)
* Experience using SAP or Sage accounting software is desirable
* Experience with Power BI is advantageous but not essential
* Strong attention to detail with good organisational and time management skills
* Methodical approach to problem solving with strong verbal and written communication
Benefits Package
* Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
* Hybrid working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home (following probation)
* Holiday: 30 days inclusive of Bank Holidays (Bank Holidays are worked; 3 additional days granted around your wedding)
* Pension: 5% employer / 4% employee contributions (salary sacrifice scheme available)
* Life Assurance: 4x salary from day one
* Income Protection: 75% of salary for up to 3 years (after 6 months' service)
* Private Medical Insurance: BUPA healthcare cover (after probation)
* Dental Insurance included
* Company Sick Pay: 5 days during probation, rising to 4 weeks on passing
* Personal Leave: 12 hours per holiday year (after probation)
* Maternity Leave: 3 months full pay
* Paternity/Parental Leave: 2 weeks full pay
To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with our team today.