Role Overview
MDPI is seeking a Financial Assistant to support the global and local Finance teams and Management across a broad range of financial administration activities. Reporting directly to Financial Controller, the Financial Assistant will play an important role in supporting the UK office’s financial operations, including day-to-day bookkeeping and related financial and administrative responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare external and financial applications such as expense approval.
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Perform the initial check on requested travel and other reimbursements.
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Complete the internal bookkeeping for daily transactions.
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File and record invoices.
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Book hotels, flights, etc., for business travel to ensure the most cost-effective purchase.
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Assist with the preparation of transfer pricing, monthly cost files, transfer files, and monthly internal transfer invoices.
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Assist with the monthly accounts reconciliation and checks including cost files.
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Assist with the preparation of local, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings for MDPI UK i.e. VAT return, corporation tax, and P11D form.
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Assist with the preparation of month-end and year-end UK office financial statements.
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Assist with procurement and obtaining service and other quotations for purchases as needed.
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Assist in conducting internal audits.
Additional Responsibilities
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Handle ad hoc financial tasks and support various finance-related activities as required.
Experience and Required Skills
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At least 2 years of professional experience in Finance or Accounting or equivalent education.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365.
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.
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Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
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Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
Desired Skills
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Professional accounting qualifications, such as AAT, ACCA, or equivalent.
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Experience with accounting software and financial systems is an advantage.
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Finance Assistant in Manchester employer: MDPI UK
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