Finance Assistant

Irlam Associates

Posted a day ago, valid for 19 days

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our team, requiring proven experience in a finance or accounting role.
The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.
Key responsibilities include managing accounts and bank transactions, overseeing cash flow and credit control, and processing accounts payable and payroll.
Proficiency in financial software, particularly Xero, and a strong numerical skill set are essential for this position.
The salary for this role is competitive, and candidates should ideally have at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Proven experience in a finance or accounting role
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

About the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will support the finance department by performing various administrative and financial tasks, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and accurate record-keeping.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts and Bank Management:· Monitor current account balance and manage the banks· Check bank payments, assign to the sales ledger, and update credit control spreadsheets.· Reconcile all bank accountsCashflow and Credit Control:· Monitor cashflow using future forecast spreadsheets.· Manage credit collection processes.· Uploading invoices to finance facility Accounts Payable and Payroll:· Process and pay PL accounts, including prepayments and accruals.· Calculate and pay PAYE, AEOs (Attachment of Earnings Orders), and VAT.· Manage expenses and upload relevant receipts.· Generate and upload wages and sales ledger journals.· Allocate SL payments in Xero. Compliance and Reporting:· Submit intermediaries’ reports.· Upload and pay holiday pay, credit card statements, and Lloyds reports (monthly). Monthly Tasks and Reconciliation:· Review Profit & Loss (P&L) statements.· Reconcile monthly transactions, including bank statements, credit cards, and other accounts. Skills and Experience· Proven experience in a finance or accounting role (preferred).· The operating system is Xero and bank reconciliation experience on multiple bank accounts is required· Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Sage, Xero) and MS Excel.· Strong numerical and analytical skills.· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.· Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Qualifications· AAT qualification or working towards (preferred).· Relevant degree or equivalent work experience in finance or accounting.

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