Finance Assistant

Description
Are you a young professional with a passion for finance and a keen eye for detail? Do you excel in analytical tasks and seek a dynamic role in a hybrid working environment? If so, Carey Group is looking for you!
About Us:
Carey Group is on a mission to be the most trusted and socially responsible construction company that people are proud to work with. We are committed to using our passion and expertise to deliver exceptional construction services daily.
The Role:

Position:Finance Assistant
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid working /Home)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Thu 9.00 am – 5.30 pm, Fri 8.30 am-4.30 pm)
As a Finance Assistant, you'll support our Group Finance team with daily treasury activities and reporting, assisting with invoicing, and ensuring compliance and controls within the finance function. This role is perfect for someone part-qualified or actively studying towards AAT, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent.
What you will be doing:

• Daily cashbook transactions: Post and reconcile transactions to bank statements.
• Reporting: Produce daily bank balances and receipt reports.
• Invoicing: Raise and allocate various invoices.
• Payments: Prepare manual and BACS payments, maintain logs, and forecast cash flow.
• Reconciliations: Monthly bank, balance sheet, intercompany accounting, and fixed assets.
• External Audits: Assist with auditor requests.
• Management Accounts: Produce accounts for smaller subsidiaries.
• Statistics Reporting: Complete ONS forms for several entities.
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve processes and systems.

What you will bring:

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Experience with daily cash book postings and monthly reconciliations.
• Intermediate Excel skills for report building and analysis.
• Familiarity with financial control and audit implications.
• Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Construction is a plus.
• Knowledge of the COIN ERP system is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and a methodical approach.

Personal Attributes:

• Precise, analytical, and detail-oriented.
• Strong sense of integrity and accountability.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Proactive in process improvement.

Why join us:

• Hybrid Working: Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional Growth: Support for your career development and qualifications.
• Dynamic Environment: Be part of a passionate and expert team.
• Positive Impact: Work with a company committed to social responsibility.
• 26 days holiday Plus bank holidays
• Company pension, private health care, access to Careys Perk Package (Gym, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme etc
• Progression opportunities
• 1 day Volunteering day for a cause that's important to you