Finance Officer

Salary: 40-45,000 per annum + 25 days holiday allowance + Bank Holidays, Private Medial, Pension, Cash Plan, Parking +++ Hours: 8.30-5pm - Onsite - Monday - Friday.

Location: Tunbridge Wells Reporting to: Finance Director
Team: Supportive and upbeat Finance team of four, part of a large reputable organisation based in Tunbridge Wells.

• Lead the preparation of monthly financial and management accounts for review by the Finance Director before submission to the Board of Directors, including:
  • Profit and Loss accounts
  • Balance sheets
  • Departmental P&Ls
  • Cash, debtor, and creditor analysis
  • Other financial schedules as required
• Oversee and ensure accuracy in key reconciliations, such as bank, cash, and control accounts, VAT, PAYE, and National Insurance.
• Manage and calculate accounting adjustments for:
  • Stock valuation
  • Work-in-progress and long-term contract adjustments
  • Accruals and prepayments
  • Contracts in advance, bad debt provisions, and other financial provisions
• Monitor actual income and expenditure against budget/forecast (Job Costing), investigate variances, and report findings.
• Process monthly payroll, including:
  • Payrolling Benefits, RTI submissions, electronic payslips, P45s, and P60s
  • Accurate reporting of payroll liabilities (PAYE, National Insurance)
• Enter financial transactions (customer, supplier, bank, stock, etc.) to maintain timely reporting and provide cover for staff absences.
• Post Nominal & Job Costing Daybooks daily.
• Maintain an up-to-date and secure filing system, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Jointly manage the audit process with the Finance Director, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Oversee and manage compliance audits and inspections from HMRC.
• Prepare and submit HMRC VAT returns accurately and on time.
• Ensure all required returns/submissions to HMRC and Companies House are completed, ensuring full compliance with financial and legal obligations.

• Relevant commercial Financial Based Experience
• Studying towards an accountancy qualification (AAT Level 3 or higher desirable) or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Access is desirable.
• Experience with digital financial systems in a commercial environment
• Strong understanding of construction industry finance, including subcontracts, applications for payment, client certification, and retention's.
• Knowledge of key financial legislation, such as:
  • Construction Industry Scheme
  • Domestic Reverse Charge for Construction (VAT)
  • Off-Payroll Working (IR35)
• Proven experience in preparing high-quality management accounts and financial reports.
• Experience managing financial operations, ideally supporting c150 employees
• Willingness to undergo training and continuously develop professional knowledge.

If you are looking for a new challenge or an exciting career move - apply for this role today.

This role is being managed by Debbie Foster - Tunbridge Wells - Office Angels - (phone number removed)

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