A Finance Assistant with previous line management experience is required to join an independent architecture practice in Notting Hill. The focus of this newly created role is to report directly into Finance Manager and to carry out accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking etc. Salary is up to £32k.
Finance Assistant duties:
Your responsibilities will include:
Accounts payable
- Entering incoming invoices onto Sage, ensuring everything is recorded accurately and in a timely manner
- Liaise with team members to ensure all incoming invoices are approved and can be matched to purchase orders
- Make payments to suppliers based on agreed payment schedule
Accounts receivable
- Raise invoices and submit to clients based on billing schedule
- Enter invoices in Sage, and ensure they're paid in a timely manner (credit control)
Banking
- Entry of multi-currency bank transactions into Sage
- Processing bank payments, including payroll and expenses
- Bank reconciliation
Other duties:
- VAT Returns
- Liaise with new starters for payroll and pension scheme information
- Verifying staff expenses and entering details on Sage
- Assist the Head of Finance with compiling reports: Management Accounts, Project P&Ls, Year End Accounts
Finance Assistant requirements:
Education:
You will be educated to at least A-level standard with a strong written English and numeracy skills.
Ideally studying for AAT / finance qualification
Previous experience in a Finance Assistant role
Experience of project accounting
Experience in a small company
Screening questions:
- Are you comfortable to commute to the West London office 5 days a week? Notting Hill is nearest station.
- Have you previously worked as a Finance Assistant?
- Do you have experience working in Sage?