Finance Assistant
Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
Location | Nottingham |
Area | Nottinghamshire, England |
Sector | Finance |
Salary | £22.5k - 26k per year + benefits |
Currency | gbp |
Start Date | ASAP |
Advertiser | remoteapi |
Job Ref | 53502 |
Job Views | 49 |
- Description
Job Title – Finance Assistant
Location – Nottingham
Salary - £22500 - £26000
Join a prestigious Nottingham-based business with a rich history, seeking their next Finance Assistant. Situated within a close-knit finance department, this role reports directly to the Finance Manager. Ideal for individuals with meticulous attention to detail and a positive mindset, this position offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement. Knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and DRC (Debt Recovery Certificate) is advantageous. Immediate interviews available!
Responsibilities:
- Provide essential support to the Finance Manager, including furnishing financial information crucial for business operations.
- Take charge of daily credit control activities and efficiently manage the collection of customer debt.
- Initiate and maintain Customer and Supplier accounts on Sage.
- Execute the processing of Sales orders and generation of Sales Invoices and payment applications.
- Upload Invoices onto Customer Portals as required and generate Purchase Orders on Sage.
- Validate nominal coding and match PODs for Supplier invoices.
- Handle Bank/Cash Payments & Receipts processing on Sage.
- Ensure the Sage System is updated regularly and accurately.
- Manage Credit Card Expenses on Excel and Sage platforms.
- Keep Product Costs updated on Sage and maintain Sales Orders in spreadsheets.
- Maintain an up-to-date CRM system and assist with general finance team duties.
Skills:
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience within a company finance team.
- Proven track record in credit control responsibility.
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work autonomously, multitask, and think critically.
- Eagerness to enhance your finance skills and adapt to evolving roles and company growth.
- Strong organizational skills with acute attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Personable, friendly demeanor with exceptional listening skills.
- Enthusiastic and dedicated team player.
Experience:
Experience with Sage software preferred, or equivalent proficiency in other accounting software.
AAT or ACCA Level 2 minimum with recent experience in a busy finance team.
Experience using a CRM system beneficial.
Previous experience in construction, water industry, or related fields advantageous.
Knowledge of CIS & DRC desirable.
Customer service experience a plus.
The Package:
Office hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Salay ranging from £22,500 to £26,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
Free onsite parking and company pension scheme.
20 days holidays per year plus 8 bank holidays, with additional accrued holiday days possible after 2 years of service.
Regular training opportunities provided.
Full Christmas shutdown period.
Please get in contact with Louise at SER on louise@serlimited.com. Only UK residents need apply