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Senior Finance Assistant

Watsham Consulting
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 4HS, England

Salary

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Housebuilder in High Wycombe is seeking a Senior Finance Assistant with over 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the construction sector.
  • The position involves overseeing Accounts Payable, managing the Group’s cashbook, and preparing financial reports.
  • Key responsibilities include facilitating payments, bank reconciliations, and supporting the management accountant with cashflow forecasts.
  • The salary for this role ranges from £35,000 to £40,000 per annum, along with additional benefits such as a discretionary bonus and private medical insurance.
  • Candidates with prior experience using COINS ERP system and strong communication skills are highly desirable.

We are a pleased to be representing one of our favourite repeat clients, a Housebuilder in High Wycombe! We are leading their search for a Senior Finance Assistant to be based at Head Office, overseeing Accounts Payable across the Group and assisting the regional teams with troubleshooting. The Senior Finance Assistant will also take ownership of the Group’s cashbook, banking and company expenses and compile regular reports as required.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate payments across the Group for both purchase and subcontract ledgers.
  • Cashbook and bank reconciliations for all Group bank accounts.
  • Controls recurring (e.g. PAYE/NI) and ad-hoc payments required by the business.
  • Work with Sales Director in updating weekly house completions roadmap.
  • Reconcile house completion statements and book revenue for the Group.
  • Prepare and submit Housing Association invoices.
  • Support the management accountant with the weekly short-term cashflow forecast for the Group.
  • Process and pay expenses for Central region.
  • Support the Commercial team with reallocation of costs for CVRs.
  • Reconcile intercompany balances and investigate any differences.
  • Support the Land team in reconciling their cost ledgers.
  • Group credit card reconciliation and postings.
  • Support the Group Financial Controller with annual audit preparations and liaise with auditors as necessary.
  • Ad hoc analysis as required by the Senior Finance Team and wider business.
  • Manage post and ordering office supplies.

The Ideal Candidate

  • 3+ years’ experience in a similar Finance Assistant / Treasury role
  • Ideally have worked in the construction/housebuilding sector previously
  • Proir use of COINS ERP system would be highly beneficial
  • Attention to detail, ability to maintain multiple bank accounts and reports
  • Able to prioritise own workload and manage time in order to meet deadlines
  • A team player with strong communication skills and a can-do attitude

Package and Benefits

  • £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Subsidised Gym Membership
  • Cycle To Work Scheme
  • Company pension - match up to 5%
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Death in service insurance

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