finance assistant

finance assistant

Full-Time 34000 - 34000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support daily financial management and maintain accurate records.
  • Company: Well-established organisation in St Albans with a respected reputation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, Monday to Friday hours, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: 9-month maternity cover with opportunities for career growth.
  • Why this job: Gain valuable experience in finance while making a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience in finance and strong attention to detail required.

The predicted salary is between 34000 - 34000 £ per year.

9 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Location: St Albans

Salary: Up to £33,000 / £34,000 per annum DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and highly respected organisation based in St Albans, is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their busy finance team on a 9 month maternity cover contract. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the day to day financial management of the business, working closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure the finance function operates efficiently and accurately. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant looking for a varied role with responsibility across all areas of finance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Head of Finance with the day to day running of the finance function
  • Updating financial spreadsheets and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Preparing monthly management reports and profit and loss schedules
  • Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns
  • Processing tax payments as instructed
  • Recording monthly payroll entries and payroll journals
  • Processing pension payments and maintaining associated records
  • Processing supplier invoices and liaising with suppliers where required
  • Assisting with budget preparation and forecasting

finance assistant employer: Smart10 Ltd, Trading as SMT Recruitment

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Contact Details:

Smart10 Ltd, Trading as SMT Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace finance assistant

Financial Management
Spreadsheet Proficiency
Accurate Record Keeping
Management Reporting
Bank Reconciliation
VAT Returns Preparation
Tax Payment Processing