Finance Assistant

Wednesbury

£30,000

Monday- Friday 9am- 5pm

Permanent

Our client, a well-established organisation based in Wednesbury, is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic and dedicated finance team. With a focus on accuracy and attention to detail, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate expertise in balance sheet reconciliation on a monthly basis, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Assist with accruals, prepayments, and reserves to maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of management accounts, providing key insights and analysis.
• Take responsibility for covering the company payroll in the absence of the payroll team, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Contribute to the executive payroll, providing support based on specific requirements.
• Assist in stocktakes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain an accurate inventory record.
• Facilitate VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Provide cover for the purchase ledger and manage accounts payable in the absence of the finance team.
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of petty cash and bank accounts when necessary.
• Demonstrate leadership skills by supervising staff when required, fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Assist in managing the workplace pension scheme, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with auditors during the year-end audit process, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Contribute to the completion of national statistics surveys, ensuring reliable and accurate data.
• Undertake other finance duties as required, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, with good working knowledge of other financial software.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and work under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work, willing to take on new tasks and challenges.

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance, this opportunity is perfect for you. Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for growth and development within their organisation.

To apply for the position of Finance Assistant, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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