We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected business to recruit an Finance Assistant for their high-performing finance team. With a strong reputation for delivering excellence across multiple entities, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation.
This role offers a varied and fast-paced workload within a dynamic finance function, where you will play a key role in managing accounts receivable, supporting month-end processes, and assisting with wider finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all aspects of debt collection, ensuring customer balances are collected within agreed payment terms
* Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve invoice queries and payment issues
* Prepare reports for monthly aged debt review meetings
* Set up and maintain customer account records, including VAT validation checks and payment terms
* Process cash allocations accurately and maintain remittance records
* Create and post cashbook and sales journal entries
* Complete weekly/monthly sales routines and process sales credit notes
* Assist with management accounts preparation and reporting across multiple entities
* Complete weekly bank reconciliations across sterling and foreign currency accounts
* Support month-end and year-end close activities including journals, accruals, and prepayments
* Assist with VAT returns, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations
Who We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Credit Control, or Finance role
* Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Experience working within a busy finance team environment
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Experience with EFACS or similar ERP systems is desirable, but not essential
* Strong communication skills with a proactive and problem-solving approach
* Motivated with a desire to develop and progress within finance
What’s On Offer
* Opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation
* 31 days annual leave
* Flexible working policy
* Life assurance and occupational health support
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Clear career progression pathways and professional membership support
* Modern office facilities with on-site parking
* Regular team and social events
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please get in touch with Diarmuid for a confidential discussion.
Tagged as: Bank Reconciliations, Debt Collection, Sales Routines, VAT Returns