Finance Officer

Time Appointments are currently recruiting on behalf of a thriving business based in Ipswich who are looking to appoint an experienced Finance Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly professional individual with a strong work ethic, to work for a rapidly expanding local business.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Overseeing accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers and vendors.
• Maintaining and reconciling financial records using accounting software Sage 50
• Checking monthly HMRC postponed VAT statements
• Processing sales and purchase ledger invoices and credit notes
• Completing payroll processes, and processing timesheets
• Issuing contracts and processing leavers
• Managing the company pension scheme
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly profit and loss accounts
• Assisting the external accountants with any queries relating to the preparation of the annual accounts and posting any adjustments
• Adhering to financial regulations and internal policies
• Conducting data entry tasks with precision
• Providing general admin support as and when required

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in a finance focussed role
• Confidence in accounts payable processes and best practices
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• A proactive approach with the ability to solve problems independently