Finance Assistant - Hybrid Working

Job Description

Finance AssistantHybrid WorkingWe are currently working with a specialist engineering business based in Chatham.Due to expansion, they are seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role will be based in their offices 3 days per week and 2 days will be worked from home.Reporting directly to the Financial Controller will be a very hands-on role and provides the successful applicant the opportunity to join a small, committed team to take the business to the next level. The role will assist with the day-to-day accounting andadmin functions of the whole organisation.Responsibilities will include:Sales Ledger - monitor invoicing processes, deal with queries, CIS and Reverse VAT, management of debtors ledger, and assist with the preparation of management informationCredit Control - timely credit control of complete debtors ledger and ability to deal with a variety of clientsPurchase Ledger - accurately coding and processing invoices on a daily basis, dealing with queries and ensuring processes are followed, CIS and Reverse VAT, management of purchase ledger, and assistance with management information preparationSupplier reconciliations, preparation of creditor pay runs, managing approval processBank Reconciliations - posting of bank payments and receipts as required and assistance with weekly bank reconciliationsExpenses - control and oversight the company credit card expenses ensuring receipts and information are provided. Preparation of monthly staff expenses and provision of timely information to the Payroll DepartmentTimesheets - assistance and holiday cover for the production of payroll information from the Engineering TeamUsing various systems for invoice processing, company job, and project management software, and accounts packageDeal with and resolve queries both internally and externallyAssist with the improvement of current systems and processes to ensure efficiency within the department and wider businessThe ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:Experience in Sales and Purchase Ledger is essential together with general accounts administration knowledgeSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently together with being an overall team player supporting this expanding business. A "Can do" attitude at all timesExcellent communication skills are a mustAttention to detail and a problem-solving mentality are required to support improving/implementing processes for the accounts department and wider businessAbility to prioritise and multi-task whilst working under pressureBenefits include:Free parking availablePension24 days holiday, plus bank holidaysCasual dressCompany pensionPrivate medical insurance (after 6 mths)At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout, spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications,skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same manner. In addition, if your CV is heavy with graphics etc, please could you also submit a "clean"copy in Word. Thank you.KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts, industry updates and market...

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AdminBank ReconciliationsCredit ControlFinancePurchase LedgerSales LedgerAccounts