Are you a looking to develop your career in finance whist working for a flexible and growing business?
Our Client
Our client is a fast-growing, creative technology business that delivers cutting-edge solutions to the film, TV, live events and broadcast industries. With a reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative, can-do approach, they support high-profile productions across the UK and internationally.
Their team is passionate, friendly and proud of the work they do and they offer a supportive culture where flexibility and wellbeing are genuinely valued.
The Role
Reporting directly into the Head of Finance, the Finance Assistant is a vital member of the Finance function and plays a pivotal role in the smooth operation of our financial processes.
From assisting with day to day accounting tasks, to supporting the Head of Finance in audit processes, this role is instrumental in contributing towards the accuracy, efficiency and integrity of the financial operations of the business.
Responsibilities of Role
As the role holder, you will be required to undertake the following tasks;
Accounting
?Accurately process all sales and purchase invoices, ensuring all documentation and approvals
?Process and management of staff expenses, ensuring these are within policy and properly logged
?Process all incoming & outgoing payments, including reconciling bank statements and petty cash
?Provide credit control management by monitoring and chasing outstanding sales invoices
?Creating payment run for purchase invoices on a weekly basis
?Regularly reviewing PO system and ensuring the accuracy and close down status of each
?Ensuring sales invoices are paid on time
Data Entry & Bookkeeping
?Process financial transactions, maintain ledgers (sales, purchase and nominal) and update accounting systems
Reporting & Audit
?Create reports for senior management, including
oView of jobs where sales invoices arent yet raised
oOutstanding sales invoices
oAging debtors and aging creditors reports
?Assisting with annual audit through sourcing and collation of information requested and uploading into portal
?Assisting with preparation of monthly management reports and other financial reports as required
General Administrative duties
?Maintaining financial records, scanning documents, and other administrative duties to support the Finance Team
Stakeholder Engagement
?Answering queries from the wider business, including purchase and sales queries
?Actively participating in the ongoing continuous improvement of the Finance team and support provided to senior management and the wider business, including process improvements
?Provide cover for the Head of Finance when they are away/out of the office
The Candidate
Essential
?AAT Level 4 be recently qualified or working towards this level qualification
?Basic Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts and double-entry bookkeeping
?Data Entry and Software Proficiency: Experience with accounting software and data entry
?Attention to Detail: Accuracy in recording and processing financial information
?Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and external parties
?Organisation Skills: Managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
?Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other members of the finance team
?High analytical skills with a great attention to detail and accuracy is essential
Desirable:
?Experience with AccountsIQ or Quickbooks accounting software
?Knowledge of UK financial regulations and compliance requirements
The Terms
This is a newly created position within a growing business. They are keen to secure a candidate who can grow with the business and will support flexibility where needed. This role can be offered on a full time, or part time basis with a minimum of 30 hours per week required. A hybrid role, you will need to be able to work from their Tring offices a minimum of 2 days per week. Paying up to £34K FTE*, other benefits include:
?Vitality Health Insurance plan
?25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
?Company Pension Plan
?Death in Service Insurance
?Income Protection Scheme
?Company Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
?Free onsite parking
?Free fair-use EV charging
?Cycle Scheme
?Flexible working opportunities where applicable
?Pet-friendly office
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business thats going places and to do it in a role where your work genuinely makes a difference every day. Youll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your skills will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your career can grow.
If this sounds like the kind of place where youd thrive, wed love to hear from you. Apply today using the button below and take the next step in your finance career.
*Full time equivalent actual salary will depend on hours worked
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