Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant
Norwich
£28-30k
Hybrid working 

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, coding to purchase orders and coding to the correct nominal accounts.
• Reconcile monthly credit card statements & process transactions.
• End to end processing of staff expenses claims.
• Supplier vetting and set up on finance systems
• Review, approve, pay individual and company professional subscriptions
• Prepare and process payment runs in accordance with company procedures
• Handling international payments and processes in line with the above points
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Respond to external and internal queries professionally and efficiently
• Maintain accurate supplier account records
• Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure approvals are obtained if required
• File and maintain financial documentation in line with company procedures
• Support, if necessary, the wider finance team with ad hoc financial tasks.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies

Person Specification
Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience using Sage50 accounting software
• AAT qualification or studying towards an accounting qualification
• Experience working within a finance department
• Knowledge of VAT processes and invoice controls

Our benefits package includes

• Hybrid/flexible working 
• Annual leave increasing with long service
• Life assurance
• Study sponsorship with paid study leave
• Sabbaticals
• Employee assistance programme
• Season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Virtual GP service
• Subscription fees
• Company day out
• A volunteering scheme
• Enhanced learning & development opportunities.

Contact Rebecca on 01603 851840 to apply or email your CV to [email protected] asap!