Finance Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 to £26,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 October 2024 |
| Location: | West Sussex, BN11 |
| Company: | HIT Training Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ORG4335-FR1155948WorFA |
Summary
Salary: from £26,000 | Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in our Worthing office) | Role: Finance Assistant | Contract: 6 month fixed term
The Finance Assistant is a key contributor to the Finance Team, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the finance function. In this role, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely recording of financial data, driving consistency and reliability in our accounts. You'll support a range of accounting tasks, actively contribute to accounts receivable management, and play a vital role in month-end processes.
What you’ll do
Assist in preparing financial statements
Process and record financial transactions accurately, following accounting principles.
Monitor Accounts Receivable and manage cash receipt allocation and reconciliation.
Maintain credit control to reduce aged debt and issue invoices and credit notes.
Send monthly statements to customers and liaise with external debt collection agencies.
Support general ledger maintenance through reconciliations and analysis.
Assist in preparing financial reports and provide explanations for variances.
Collaborate with stakeholders to address accounting-related inquiries.
Manage your schedule to meet deadlines efficiently.
Contribute to process improvements in financial operations.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
Stay updated on accounting standards and best practices.
About you
We're seeking a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision and excellence in financial record-keeping. To be successful in this role you must have the following:
At least 2 years of experience within an Accounts Receivable/Credit Control function
Experience working in a financial environment.
Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
Accounting knowledge of double entry, sales ledger, purchase ledger and general ledger.
Good IT skills – working level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access Dimensions, and other internal software.
Perks & Benefits
We offer a starting salary from £26,000, along with a tailored benefits package to suit this six-month contract:
Pro-rata 25 days' holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
An extra day off for your birthday (if it falls within your contract period).
Access to a healthcare cash plan and employee assistance programmes.
Access to professional development and training opportunities.
Why Choose HIT Training?
At HIT Training, we’re transforming lives through apprenticeships. As an award-winning training provider in the industry, we know the incredible impact apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses, and the economy. Join us in making a real difference.
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where everyone can bring their full self to work. If you need any adjustments or flexible arrangements, we’d love to discuss how we can support you. You can contact us at careers@hittraining.co.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and this role requires a Standard DBS Check.
The Finance Assistant is a key contributor to the Finance Team, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the finance function. In this role, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely recording of financial data, driving consistency and reliability in our accounts. You'll support a range of accounting tasks, actively contribute to accounts receivable management, and play a vital role in month-end processes.
What you’ll do
Assist in preparing financial statements
Process and record financial transactions accurately, following accounting principles.
Monitor Accounts Receivable and manage cash receipt allocation and reconciliation.
Maintain credit control to reduce aged debt and issue invoices and credit notes.
Send monthly statements to customers and liaise with external debt collection agencies.
Support general ledger maintenance through reconciliations and analysis.
Assist in preparing financial reports and provide explanations for variances.
Collaborate with stakeholders to address accounting-related inquiries.
Manage your schedule to meet deadlines efficiently.
Contribute to process improvements in financial operations.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
Stay updated on accounting standards and best practices.
About you
We're seeking a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision and excellence in financial record-keeping. To be successful in this role you must have the following:
At least 2 years of experience within an Accounts Receivable/Credit Control function
Experience working in a financial environment.
Working knowledge of GAAP principles.
Accounting knowledge of double entry, sales ledger, purchase ledger and general ledger.
Good IT skills – working level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access Dimensions, and other internal software.
Perks & Benefits
We offer a starting salary from £26,000, along with a tailored benefits package to suit this six-month contract:
Pro-rata 25 days' holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
An extra day off for your birthday (if it falls within your contract period).
Access to a healthcare cash plan and employee assistance programmes.
Access to professional development and training opportunities.
Why Choose HIT Training?
At HIT Training, we’re transforming lives through apprenticeships. As an award-winning training provider in the industry, we know the incredible impact apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses, and the economy. Join us in making a real difference.
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where everyone can bring their full self to work. If you need any adjustments or flexible arrangements, we’d love to discuss how we can support you. You can contact us at careers@hittraining.co.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and this role requires a Standard DBS Check.
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