Finance Assistant

Reed Accountancy are excited to be working with a lovely Bath based business who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team. 

- Friendly Inclusive Team 

- Career Progression Opportunities

- Hybrid working

Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete cycle of accounts payable from initiating payments to suppliers.
• Oversee the accounts receivable process, including logging purchase orders and issuing sales invoices.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission and recording of receipts for company expense card payments.
• Maintain and update prepayment and fixed asset spreadsheets and perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Process sales invoices and ensure they are correctly uploaded to various client portals.
• Handle VAT processing, ensure accurate transaction recording for VAT purposes, and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Assist the Head of Finance with month-end closing procedures and the creation of financial reports.
• Propose methods to improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Provide support to the client services team by ensuring effective use of project management software and resolving financial discrepancies.
• Administer the payroll process, coordinate employee benefits, and manage both employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain precise employee records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Skills & Attributes:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar bookkeeping or financial role.
• AAT qualifications or at least 1 years' experience in accounts
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage tasks independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of professionally managing stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial management software.

For more information, please contact Keira at Reed Accountancy