Senior Finance Officer 

• Location: Norwich  

• Job Type:?Full-time - Temp to Perm. 

• Salary:?£12.85 - £14.40 per hour (depending on experience)

Reed Accountancy Norwich are seeking a Senior Finance Officer to join our client, with whom we have a long-term relationship, to manage the day-to-day accounting functions within their team. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring that both month-end and year-end deadlines are met. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this position offers a great opportunity to lead a team of Finance Assistants and contribute significantly to the financial health and development of our clients organisation. 

Day-to-Day Responsibilities: 

• Team Management:?Oversee the Finance Assistants to ensure timely and high-quality transactional processing. 

• Financial Recording and Controls:?Ensure all income and expenditure are recorded in compliance with accounting policies and statutory requirements. Develop procedures to strengthen financial controls. 

• Accounts Payable and Receivable:?Manage supplier payments and sales invoicing processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.  

• Banking and Reconciliations:?Keep bank reconciliations up-to-date and manage banking transactions effectively. 

• Reporting:?Handle month-end reporting and prepare balance sheets with accurate reconciliations. 

• Year-End Duties:?Assist in producing information for year-end accounts and participate in the audit process. 

• Continuous Improvement:?Aim to continually enhance the finance function to support the organisation effectively. 

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• AAT qualified or actively studying towards a qualification. 

• Strong experience in managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and nominal ledger. 

• Proven experience in managing a small team. 

• Excellent technical accounting skills and knowledge of regulatory issues. 

• Proficiency in MS Office, financial software applications, and spreadsheets. 

• Exceptional time management, planning skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 

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

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy please call and ask for Allie