Assistant Financial Controller

Assistant Financial Controller
Location: Wirral/Flintshire Salary: £25,000 - £45,000 (Depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time Reports to: Financial controller

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of finance processes, excellent numerical skills, and a proactive approach to supporting the financial operations of the company. As a Finance Assistant, you will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate financial record-keeping and support various financial tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process purchase invoices, sales invoices, and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and timely payment/receipt.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with accounting software on a regular basis.
• Data Entry: Maintain accurate financial records by entering transactions into the accounting system.
• Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing, including data entry and preparing relevant reports.
• VAT Returns: Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT returns and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports, including profit & loss statements and balance sheets.
• Costing and Budgeting: Support the budgeting process and track expenditures against budget.
• Communication with Vendors and Clients: Liaise with suppliers and clients regarding billing and payment queries.
• Compliance & Record-Keeping: Ensure financial records are accurate and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• General Administrative Support: Assist with filing, photocopying, and other ad-hoc administrative tasks as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience in a finance or accounting role, including good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
• Education: AAT qualification or studying towards
• Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and experience with accounting software
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial data.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Team Player: Ability to work well within a team environment and under the direction of the financial controller.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues in financial records.

If this is something you are interested in, please give Melissa a call on (phone number removed) or email you CV across to (url removed)