Junior Finance Assistant

We are a leading bank with global operations in Africa, Europe, and Asia. This role offers experience in international finance.

Your day-to-day responsibilities:

• Process and record financial transactions including invoices, payments, receipts.
• Monitor and reconcile bank statements and company accounts on a regular basis.
• Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts, budget reports, and cash flow forecasts.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable ledgers, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with audits by providing relevant documentation and responding to queries.
• Liaise with suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders regarding financial matters.
• Support the preparation and submission of tax returns (e.g., VAT, payroll taxes) where required.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance team as needed.

Person/Experience required:

• Someone who has completed their A levels (or equivalent).
• No prior professional experience required – full training provided.
• Someone committed to their professional development and willing to work towards a recognised finance qualification (e.g. AAT or ACCA).
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Core Values:

• Excellence
• Innovation
• Passion for Customers
• Professionalism
• Empowered Employees
• Leadership

Benefits:

• Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus.
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days after 2 years of service, and 29 days after 5 years.
• Company funded Employee Assistance Programme.
• Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death-in-service benefit.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.