Finance Assistant Mat leave 12 months

Your new company
Our client is a global specialist associated with the nuclear industry. They are currently recruiting a Finance Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave within their team.

Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Director and joining a small finance team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining financial records, processing financial transactions to ensure reporting is timely and accurate.
Typical duties include:

• Accounts Payable: Process invoices, reconcile accounts, manage payment schedules and set up on bank.
• Expense Management: Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Bank Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Data Entry: Accurately input financial data into accounting software.
• Assist with Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, assist in financial statement preparation, and support month-end processes.
• Financial Reporting: Generate reports on financial performance, budget variances, and other relevant metrics.
• Payroll: Assist with monthly payroll
• General Administrative Tasks: Assist with filing, record-keeping, and other administrative duties as needed

This role will suit a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail to work collaboratively with the team.

What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a similar role, AAT / Part qualified desirable
Familiarity with Sage payroll and Xero would be beneficial
Excellent communication, analytical and Excel skills

What you'll get in return
Full time role, immediate start required to ensure full handover with the postholder
12 months fixed term contract
Salary dependent on experience
Hybrid, flexible working
Holidays - 23 plus 3 days Christmas plus 1 birthday day plus Bank holidays
Health Care
Company Bonus Scheme
Social events

What you need to do now
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