Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Location: Hull

Salary: GBP25-GBP27k per annum DOE

Our client is on a mission to revolutionise the UK's renewable energy sector. As an emerging player in commercial solar panel installations nationwide, they offer a fantastic scheme that enables businesses to leverage the energy savings and environmental benefits of solar energy.

We are partnering with them to recruit a Finance Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis at their Head Office in Hull. This role is perfect for someone recently qualified in a finance role or with around 12 months of experience, looking to grow with a forward-thinking company.

Finance Assistant Role Overview:

You will handle the preparation of management accounts, bank reconciliations, VAT returns, supplier payments, budgets and forecasting, and month-end journals, including prepayments and accruals. You will also oversee the credit control team to ensure prompt payments from customers.

Finance Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all incoming emails, noting actions taken.
• Handle day-to-day finance administration, both internal and external communications.
• Process customer sales orders and manage the purchase ledger.
• Process purchase invoices, ensuring correct coding and compliance with purchase orders.
• Handle supplier payments and postings, reconcile supplier statements.
• Manage the sales ledger and post customer receipt cash.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team and complete ad-hoc duties as needed.
• Cover operational tasks during holidays or sickness.

Requirements:

• Relevant NVQ qualifications and GCSE level education or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft Applications and at least 1 year in a finance role.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and customer service experience.
• Proficiency in Xero (or similar software), Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Qualities:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to support wider teams.
• Ability to work in a busy and demanding environment.
• Pride in work, strong judgment, and risk management skills.
• Hands-on, team player with a proactive approach.

Benefits:

• Salary of up to GBP25k-GBP27k per annum (dependent on experience)
• Company pension scheme
• Birthday off
• Nationwide gym membership

To apply for this role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Faye on (phone number removed).