Finance Assistant - 9-month FTC - Searches UK : Job Details

25 hours per week, Monday to Friday Why Searches UK?Our mission is to make conveyancing the easy part of buying and selling property and this drives everything we do. We are proud that each year our employees rate our business higher than Gallups ‘Exceptional Workplace Award Winners’ for being a great place to work. We have been awarded Gold by Investors in People and are proud to say that Searches UK is a great place to work, and that our employees thrive in a fun and inclusive environment. But don’t just take our word for it, come and find out for yourself! THE PURPOSE OF THE ROLEAs a finance assistant, you will be working within a team responsible for overseeing the accounts function of our business. You will be undertaking finance tasks whilst also being the first point of contact in the team for accounts related client queries. Full training will be provided to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary information to carry out the role to the highest standards.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AS FINANCE ASSISTANT 

• Using SAGE accounting software to complete finance tasks such as importing daily orders, allocating payments, posting invoices, and raising statements
• Sending weekly or monthly statements to clients, depending on their requirements
• Using Excel to creating invoices and statements for clients and suppliers who require manual or self-billed invoices/ statements
• Taking responsibility for credit control and escalating emerging issues with client debt whilst maintaining client relationships
• Ensuring that our accounts processes remain flexible depending on the needs of the client and adapting processes to fit with this
• Responding to incoming email and phone accounts enquiries with a view to developing, maintaining and expanding relationships with existing clients
• Raising credits and invoices to clients where required when products are added/ cancelled from their orders
• Other finance related tasks as and when necessary for the needs of the business

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Experienced in using Microsoft products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Experience in SAGE is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided
• Previous sales ledger/credit control experience desired
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Accurate attention to detail 
• Self-motivated and driven for results 
• Curious to challenge the status quo
• Unified in working together for the same goals and vision 
• Driven to achieve, succeed, and progress 
• Passionate about our customers, our business, and personal performance

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Annual leave: 25 days 
• Pension: (3% contributory)
• Healthcare scheme: claim up to £1,000 back with Simply Health
• Death in service: cover of 3 x salary
• Perks at Work: exclusive member discounts across a range of goods and services
• Community Day on us: volunteer in your community for one day each year
• CPD Opportunities: training and development opportunities to boost your confidence, realise your strengths and develop your career with us.

At Searches UK, we believe that diversity drives success. We are proud of our inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued, respected, and safe. We welcome applications from all walks of life and encourage you to bring your most authentic self to work. You may have experience of the following: Accounts Assistant, Finance Support Officer, Accounting and Credit Control Assistant, Ledger Administrator, Financial Operations Coordinator, Accounts and Client Relations Executive, Billing and Payments Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Finance and Credit Controller, Client Accounts Officer, etc. REF-218 824