Finance Assistant

Our client is a fast-growing and fun company looking for a bright Finance Assistant to join their team! You would be working directly with the Finance Manager providing support wherever needed on general accounting as well as some administrative tasks.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will support the Finance Manager in all areas of the day to day finance function which will include:

• Using Xero Accounting software for bookkeeping
• Completing VAT returns
• Assisting with management accounts
• Assisting with preparation of year accounts
• Liaising with HMRC
• Assist in preparing VAT inspection files
• Assist in payment runs on a weekly basis
• Month end accruals and prepayments
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations on a daily basis
• Supporting the team with any ad-hoc requests

What are we looking for?

• Degree in Accounting would be beneficial
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong inter – personal skills and excellent communication skills
• Exercise discretion in dealing with confidential information
• Be able to manage their own time well and be highly organised
• Able to communicate fluently and professionally in English, both verbally and in writing