Finance assistant

Posted 9 April by Pertemps Birmingham Commercial
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Exciting Opportunity: Temporary Finance Support Role

Location: Birmingham City Centre (Hybrid Working: 1-2 days in-office)

Duration: 3-4 Months

Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of finance support? We're seeking a proactive individual to join our team on a temporary basis. As a Finance Support Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in providing financial assistance to our team and wider business operations. This position offers the chance to make a real impact while enjoying a hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Post invoices and credit notes to the system.
  • Investigate open purchase orders, ensuring prompt invoice payments.
  • Reconcile monthly supplier statements.
  • Maintain supplier and customer information.
  • Ensure compliance with financial procedures.
  • Chase debtor balances proactively.
  • Record and allocate customer payments accurately.
  • Input transactions and prepare payment runs.
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation.
  • Process staff expense claims.
  • Manage queries sent to the finance mailbox, resolving them promptly.
  • Prepare daily cash balances and assist with cashflow forecasts.
  • Reconcile monthly balance sheets and clear reconciling items.
  • Analyze expenses and prepare journals.
  • Support financial controls operation.
  • Monitor and reconcile the finance system.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for timely delivery.
  • Maintain finance system records accurately.
  • Monitor and collect records of gifts and hospitality for compliance.
Requirements for Success:
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling data.
  • Strong numeracy skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
  • Experience in finance department operations.
  • Ability to handle confidential data responsibly.
  • Proactive, flexible, and responsible problem-solving skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational abilities.
  • Basic understanding of VAT and taxation rules.
  • Previous experience with Microsoft finance solutions is desirable.
  • Willingness to undergo further training for skill enhancement.
Pay Rate: Equivalent to £24,446.55 per year (Approximately £13.44 per hour based on a 35-hour work week)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid working model, with 1-2 days in-office in Birmingham City Centre.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our clients success, apply now!

Reference: 52443629

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