Finance Assistant
* Job Type: Full-time
* Location: Barking
* Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Per Annum
An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Finance Assistant within a well-regarded care group. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in care or hospitality, adept at managing multiple financial tasks including handling invoices, overseeing cash flow, and preparing reports for month-end and year-end accounts. The position demands a candidate who is independent, adaptable, and capable of prioritizing effectively within a dynamic team environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
1. Diligently enter all financial transactions into the Sage system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
2. Manage month-end closures, encompassing payroll processing, reconciliations, and the preparation of management reports.
3. Analyse financial discrepancies and resolve differences found during bank reconciliations.
4. Support both accounts payable and receivable functions.
5. Handle the recording and payment approvals of purchase invoices, ensuring timely settlement within payment terms.
6. Manage the sales ledger, oversee the billing process, and ensure efficient collections.
7. Engage in resolving discrepancies, liaising with relevant internal departments or external entities as necessary.
8. Participate in ad-hoc projects, such as audits and budgeting, e...