At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage customer debts and support various finance functions in a dynamic team.
- Company: Innovative organisation near Woking with great growth potential.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company bonus, 24 days holiday, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Enjoy onsite gym facilities and a vibrant office culture.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a supportive environment with excellent progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: Desire to pursue finance, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
This innovative, well-established organisation based near Woking are seeking an entry level Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a fantastic business that continues to grow and offers brilliant career progression. In addition, this role will be fully office based and will suit a driven individual that is looking to kickstart their career within finance.
Job Type: Permanent, full time
Location: Woking, Surrey
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Benefits:
- 36 hour working week
- Company bonus scheme
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Excellent onsite facilities including gym + classes
- Car parking onsite
About The Role:
In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Manager, and you will be mainly covering the Accounts Receivable/Credit Control function. You will also support in other areas of finance, and your key responsibilities will be:
- Take ownership of the collection of outstanding customer debts across the UK entities.
- Monitor aged debt and escalate issues in accordance with agreed procedures.
- Build strong relationships with customers to facilitate timely payment and dispute resolution.
- Support cash collection forecasting.
- Maintain accurate customer account records within the ERP system.
- Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies.
- Support bank reconciliation processes as required.
- Maintain petty cash records and reconciliations.
- Generate credit notes as required and ensure all necessary approvals.
The successful Finance Assistant will have:
- Active desire to pursue a career in finance
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be a car driver
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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Finance Assistant in Send employer: Howett Thorpe
Join a dynamic and expanding accountancy practice in Weybridge, where you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients and develop your career in a supportive environment. The firm fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages professional growth, offering pathways to advisory roles and the chance to make a meaningful impact on client businesses. With competitive salaries and a commitment to employee development, this is an excellent place for ambitious professionals looking to thrive in their careers.
