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Finance Assistant
- Location: West Norwich
- Job Type: Full-time, Onsite with free parking available
Reed Accountancy Norwich are partnering with an innovative and expanding manufacturing business in West Norwich to find a dedicated Finance Assistant. This role is integral to the finance team, ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day financial processes, providing cover for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, and supporting the Management Accountant. This role will give the successful candidate a chance to grow their accounting experience alongside the finance manager whilst providing vital day to day financial support.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Ensure smooth operation of day-to-day financial processes within the company.
- Sales invoicing and sales/purchase ledger maintenance.
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for nominated accounts.
- Preparation of the weekly cheque run.
- Control of company credit cards including posting of expenses and to the appropriate accounts.
- Analysis of actual vs budget variances.
- Assisting the Finance Manager with VAT returns and compliance.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and other financial reports.
- Provide cover for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable as needed.
- Perform a range of administrative and financial tasks to support the finance team.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
- Strong understanding of financial processes including AR and AP.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits:
- Health Cash Plan (taxable benefit).
- Life Assurance at 4 times the base annual salary.
- Auto-enrolment Pension with 3% employee and 5% employer contribution.
- Free onsite parking.
- Bike to Work Scheme.
- 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
If you feel you have the relevant qualifications and experience for the Finance Assistant vacancy, please apply online with a copy of your CV attached.
If you have any queries regarding the vacancy, please call Reed Accountancy Norwich and ask to speak with Lucy.
