Finance Assistant

Job Type: Part-time (25-30 hours per week)

Location: Daventry

We are seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our team in Daventry. This part-time role is crucial for managing our financial operations, including processing invoices, managing cash flow, and handling currency payments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable of producing accurate financial reports and reconciliations.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Process all incoming invoices efficiently to ensure timely payments.
• Manage daily cash flow to optimise financial resources and ensure smooth operations.
• Perform daily reconciliation of all bank accounts to maintain accurate financial records.
• Manage currency payments and the ordering of currency to support business transactions.
• Produce detailed monthly reports for distribution to management to aid in strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns in compliance with legal requirements.
• Handle intercompany invoices and perform reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accounted for correctly.
• Produce monthly cash collection targets for the credit control team to optimize revenue collection.
• Provide cover for credit control during annual leave, ensuring continuous management of receivables.
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes to support financial closing and reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in finance or a similar role, with a strong understanding of financial processes.
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational and time management skills; able to meet tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills, capable of working effectively with various teams.
• Knowledge of VAT regulations and experience in preparing VAT returns.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Pension scheme.

To apply for this Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. This role is 100% on-site in Daventry.