Finance Assistant

Robert Half is partnering with a leading global organisation based in North Leeds to recruit a Finance Assistant. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a background in accounting who are seeking a role that provides clear avenues for career advancement. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of up to £30,000 and benefit from a hybrid working arrangement (3-4 days in the office). Please note, during the initial three-month period, full-time office attendance will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, including reconciling balance sheets and managing merchant service accounts.
• Handle payment processing and efficiently resolve related queries.
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of banking mandates.
• Prepare and post relevant bank journal entries accurately.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to bank reconciliation items.
• Proactively identify and propose process improvement opportunities, collaborating with the manager to implement changes effectively.
• Provide support for month-end close processes.
• Undertake various ad hoc duties as needed to support the team.

Candidate Profile:

• Prior experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Solid understanding of debits and credits, with prior experience in treasury or cash management viewed as a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively across different levels of the organisation.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring quality and precision in all tasks.

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