Finance Assistant

Portsmouth Permanent £24,000 - £25,000 per year View Job Description
I am seeking a Financial Assistant to support our client's finance department with tasks such as managing accounts payable and receivable, performing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The role offers a salary of £25,000 per year, along with benefits including a company pension and a health and wellbeing programme.
  • Opportunity to be part of a company thriving on growth.
  • Permanent Position Paying £25,000

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable group retail company based in Portsmouth, dedicated to maintaining accurate financial operations and supporting the growth and development of their finance team. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Finance Assistant to join their ranks.

Job Description

Finance Assistant:

  • Process supplier invoices and employee expense reports promptly and accurately.
  • Manage accounts payable functions, including invoice coding, data entry, and payment processing.
  • Assist with accounts receivable tasks, such as invoicing, collections, and customer account reconciliations.
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions recorded in the general ledger.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations to trial balance.
  • Process journal postings, including credit cards, petty cash, and intercompany transactions.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records and documentation for audit purposes.
  • Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis tasks as assigned by me or management.
  • Maintain sales and purchase ledgers.
  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to resolve billing and payment inquiries.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up with customers to collect overdue payments promptly.
  • Communicate with customers and sites via phone, email, and written correspondence to resolve billing issues, disputes, and payment discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, payment agreements, and collection efforts.



The Successful Applicant

Finance Assistant:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial accounting (preferred).
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in financial management software and MS Excel.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage tasks independently.
  • Experience in accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Familiarity with bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
  • Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving billing and payment issues.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £25,000 per year.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Health & wellbeing programme.
  • Full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative finance team.
  • Potential for professional development and career advancement within the company.



Contact
Billy Allen
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6630553
Phone number
+44 238 068 2203

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Retail
Location
Portsmouth
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Billy Allen
Consultant phone
+44 238 068 2203
Job reference
JN-012025-6630553