Finance Assistant

IPS Finance are working with a leading energy business who is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role will primarily focus on managing accounts receivable, cash and bank reconciliations, project-related financials, and month-end processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and enthusiasm for ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raise and process project invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
• Reconcile accounts receivable, ensuring all invoices and payments are accurately recorded.
• Post payments and receipts into the system, ensuring proper allocation to relevant invoices, including direct debits.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of cash and bank accounts.
• Perform month-end financial closing tasks, including reconciliation of accounts and preparation of reports.
• Set up and maintain project accounts, ensuring all project costs are correctly allocated and confirmed.
• Manage project-related POs, including opening, closing, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial accuracy in project accounting.
• Oversee and manage the project inbox, ensuring timely approvals and responses.
• Assist with inquiries related to project finances and approvals.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Enthusiasm and a proactive approach to work.
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills.
• Solid financial knowledge, including experience in accounts receivable, cash reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Experience in managing project finances and familiarity with project accounting systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.