Finance Assistant

The Role

If you’re looking for a finance role in a vibrant and forward-thinking company, this could be the opportunity for you.  As our busy team continues to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join our Derby based team.

On completion of your initial training, you will be able to assist the finance team in overseeing all aspects of the company finances.

The Candidate

Accuracy is key and you’ll therefore need meticulous attention to detail.  You’ll have a positive, pro-active approach and the willingness to work as part of a team.

On joining us you will receive full training and support in order to equip you with the confidence, ability and expertise to exceed in your role.

It’s a busy and rewarding role in a business that has significant plans for development and future growth. We want to hear from people who believe they will thrive in this environment and are excited about the prospect of being part of the team and helping us grow!

Want to know more about this role?

• Key Duties include
  • Daily processing of
    • sales receipts (BACS, cheques and credit/debit card)
    • sales and purchase invoices
    • bank statement transactions (sterling and currency)
    • purchase orders
  • Accurate and timely postings to all associated systems (Sage 200 & our bespoke tour management system).
  • Control and processing of Company debit card payments.
  • Fortnightly payment runs.
  • Processing of petty cash and expense claims.
  • Monthly bank reconciliation.
  • Proactive debtor and creditor management.
  • Resolving supplier and bank queries.
  • Providing additional support to the Finance team when required.
  • Ad hoc support producing analytical reports.
  • Monthly currency revaluations.
  • Monthly tour insurance declarations.

• Key skills and experience
  • Hold or be working towards AAT / CIMA
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Accuracy in data entry
  • Strong IT and analytical skills, in particular with Excel
  • A minimum of 2 years previous experience working within a finance team preferably in Purchase and Sales Ledger
  • Proven track record of successfully working to deadlines (daily, weekly, and monthly)
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Effective communication skills with external customers i.e. suppliers, financial institutions and clients

• Beneficial skills and experience
  • Working knowledge of Sage Accounts 200
  • Working knowledge of online commercial banking systems
  • An understanding of UK VAT classifications

• Benefits
  • A basic salary of £22,000 – £31,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications)
  • 24 days holiday per year (increasing with length of service to a maximum of 27 days) in addition to all public holidays
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Flexible hybrid working Programme