Finance Assistant in Essex

Finance Assistant in Essex

Essex Full-Time 22050 - 26950 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Trapeze Recruitment Services Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist in financial operations, manage invoices, and support credit control.
  • Company: Join a dynamic finance team with a focus on collaboration and growth.
  • Benefits: Full-time role with competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
  • Other info: Office-based role with potential travel opportunities across Europe.
  • Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in finance while working in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: Attention to detail and basic finance knowledge preferred.

The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 Β£ per year.

You will report to the Group Financial Controller and day-to-day supervision will be carried out by the European and UK Management Accountants. Due to the location of our client, you will require access to your own vehicle and may be required to travel to European locations when necessary. This is a full-time office-based role working Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00.

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant:

  • Downloading sales invoices from our Warehouse Management System (WMS) for review by Management Accountant/Contract Manager/Department head.
  • Coding and posting sales invoices to Sage 200.
  • Managing the purchase invoice inbox for a number of companies with the Group.
  • Coding and posting of purchase invoices to Sage 200 and following up invoice authorisations with relevant department heads.
  • Posting bank receipts and payments in Sage 200 and allocating to Customer/Supplier ledgers.
  • Reconciliation of purchase ledger accounts to supplier statements.
  • Holiday/sickness cover for Group Sales Ledger and Group Purchase Ledger.
  • Support the daily credit control function ensuring records are up to date and any issues resolved efficiently.
  • Ensure all month end deadlines are met as required by month end procedures and timetable.
  • Liaise with the UK European Management Accountants to assist in calculating accrued and prepaid income.

Finance Assistant in Essex employer: Trapeze Recruitment Services Limited

Trapeze Recruitment Services Limited is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values attention to detail and organizational skills. Located in the picturesque town of Sevenoaks, employees benefit from a balanced work-life schedule with Monday to Friday hours, alongside opportunities for professional growth within logistics and stock control. Join a team that prioritises collaboration and innovation, making your contributions meaningful and rewarding.

Trapeze Recruitment Services Limited

Contact Details:

Trapeze Recruitment Services Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Finance Assistant in Essex

Sage 200
Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Invoice Coding and Posting
Purchase Ledger Management
Bank Reconciliation
Credit Control
Month End Procedures