Senior Finance Officer
- Location: Norwich
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £25,000 - £28,000
Reed Accountancy Norwich are seeking a Senior Finance Officer to join our client, with whom we have a long-term relationship, to manage the day-to-day accounting functions within their team. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring that both month-end and year-end deadlines are met. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this position offers a great opportunity to lead a team of Finance Assistants and contribute significantly to the financial health and development of our client's organisation.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Team Management: Oversee the Finance Assistants to ensure timely and high-quality transactional processing.
- Financial Recording and Controls: Ensure all income and expenditure are recorded in compliance with accounting policies and statutory requirements. Develop procedures to strengthen financial controls.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage supplier payments and sales invoicing processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Banking and Reconciliations: Keep bank reconciliations up-to-date and manage banking transactions effectively.
- Reporting: Handle month-end reporting and prepare balance sheets with accurate reconciliations.
- Year-End Duties: Assist in producing information for year-end accounts and participate in the audit process.
- Continuous Improvement: Aim to continually enhance the finance function to support the organisation effectively.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- AAT qualified or actively studying towards a qualification.
- Strong experience in managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and nominal ledger.
- Proven experience in managing a small team.
- Excellent technical accounting skills and knowledge of regulatory issues.
- Proficiency in MS Office, financial software applications, and spreadsheets.
- Exceptional time management, planning skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
If you feel you have the relevant qualifications and experience for the Senior Finance Officer vacancy, please apply online with a copy of your CV attached.
If you have any queries regarding the vacancy, please call and ask for Cal.