Finance Assistant - Reed : Job Details

Finance Assistant

• Location: West Norwich
• Job Type: Full-time, Onsite with free parking available

Reed Accountancy Norwich are partnering with an innovative and expanding manufacturing business in West Norwich to find a dedicated Finance Assistant. This role is integral to the finance team, ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day financial processes, providing cover for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, and supporting the Management Accountant. This role will give the successful candidate a chance to grow their accounting experience alongside the finance manager whilst providing vital day to day financial support.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Ensure smooth operation of day-to-day financial processes within the company.
• Sales invoicing and sales/purchase ledger maintenance.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for nominated accounts.
• Preparation of the weekly cheque run.
• Control of company credit cards including posting of expenses and to the appropriate accounts.
• Analysis of actual vs budget variances.

• Assisting the Finance Manager with VAT returns and compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and other financial reports.
• Provide cover for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable as needed.
• Perform a range of administrative and financial tasks to support the finance team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Strong understanding of financial processes including AR and AP.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits:

• Health Cash Plan (taxable benefit).
• Life Assurance at 4 times the base annual salary.
• Auto-enrolment Pension with 3% employee and 5% employer contribution.
• Free onsite parking.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.

If you feel you have the relevant qualifications and experience for the Finance Assistant vacancy, please apply online with a copy of your CV attached.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy, please call Reed Accountancy Norwich and ask to speak with Lucy.