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JR269: Finance AssistantLocation: Colchester, Essex Salary: Up To £32,000 Per AnnumOverview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Finance Assistant on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Own the accounts payable function including managing payment of outstanding debts, contacting suppliers for information and maintaining records of all communications.
- Resolve supplier queries in an efficient manner to minimise short/late payments.
- Be proactive in reducing aged balances and finding solutions to resolve non-payment issues.
- Support with monthly payroll of 270 staff and all activities that come with this.
- Be comfortable with Sage 50 accounts & Payroll.
- Liaise with staff and partners around the practice to resolve client queries.
- Provide support for other areas within the finance team, which may include analysing and processing of credit card payments for all offices, providing analysis of overhead expenditure to office managers and other budget holders, setting up new staff members.
- Provide cover for posting receipts and bank reconciliations during holiday periods.
- Undertake other finance duties as may be allocated from time to time.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Familiar with Sage 50 accounts & payroll
- Proficient in MS office – Excel, Word & Outlook.
- Experience in data entry
- Three years’ relevant work experience.
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving techniques within a finance environment.
Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Up To £32,000 Per Annum
