Finance Assistant

We are currently working exclusively with an amazing Multi-Academy Trust who are seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. You will be working closely with your manager and alongside a close-knit team!In your new role, you will be:

• Support the Trust's Academies in all financial support functions.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and audit requirements.
• Utilise and operate the Trust's accounting system (SAGE) for various financial tasks, including invoice processing, mailbox management, aged creditors monitoring, supplier payment preparation, purchase order raising, bank account reconciliation, and more.
• Contribute to the month-end close process and support audit requirements.
• Assist with cash collection procedures and general administrative duties.

You must be someone who has basic experience working in a finance role, whether this is accounts payable or financial administration. You may be studying for a finance qualification or possess a degree, but you will have to be someone with excellent organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail, analytical approach, ability to work under pressure, excellent ICT skills, and ability to use MS Word and Excel.What you'll get in returnFlexible working options are available.Amazing benefits package including discounts, an excellent pension scheme etc.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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