Are you an experienced and qualified Finance Assistant ready for your next challenge?
Our client is a fast-paced niche marketing company based in the heart of Manchester. Fantastic working environment and culture!
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance/Admin Assistant to join their team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of their finance and administrative functions, with a focus on financial support, office management, and staff resourcing. The ideal candidate will spend 70% of their time on finance-related tasks, 20% on office management duties, and 10% assisting with staff resourcing.
Key Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant - Finance (70%)
- Assist in the preparation and management of financial documents, including invoices, receipts, and bank reconciliations.
- Help with accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and invoicing.
- Support the monthly reporting process by gathering and organizing financial data.
- Collaborate with the Finance Manager to monitor budgets and track expenses
- Maintain accurate records of transactions in the accounting system (e.g., Xero, Synergist).
- Assist in preparing financial reports for management and auditing purposes.
- Handle company credit card reconciliations.
Office Management (20%)
- Oversee day-to-day office operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient working environment.
- Manage the procurement of office supplies and services, such as IT support and maintenance.
- Maintain office documentation and records management systems.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, couriers, and deliveries.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the office.
- Organize and schedule meetings, events for company.
- Supporting the coordination, upkeep and implementation of training and development program, including scheduling and maintaining training systems.
Resourcing (10%)
- Assist the Operations team in the scheduling and coordination of staff resources for ongoing projects.
- Help maintain an up-to-date employee roster, including staff availability and time-off requests.
Qualifications and Skills of the Finance Assistant
- Education: degree in finance.
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a finance or administrative role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Synergist) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team and collaborate with multiple departments.
- Problem-solving: Ability to proactively identify and address issues.
- Must have the right to work in the UK
Package and Benefits for the Finance Assistant
- 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday
- Competitive holidays - 23 per annum, in addition to bank holidays
- Hybrid working available
- £27,000 to £32,000 salary depending on experience
And, following successful probation you will also benefit from :
- Pension
- Company sick pay
- Health Insurance - Vitality
- Day off for birthday
Are you ready to make that move? Send over your CV!