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Job Title: Finance Assistant (Part-time, 4 days/week – Temporary Maternity Cover)
Location: Billingshurst Offices

Department: Finance

Role Overview

Main Purpose:
Our client, a well-established company in the Audio-Visual sector, is looking to recruit a versatile and enthusiastic Finance Assistant. The successful candidate will be expected to manage a range of tasks in a busy finance department and provide support to the Finance Team, ensuring deadlines are met. Adaptability and the ability to handle multiple tasks are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

* Process supplier invoices against purchase orders and post them accurately to the ledger

* Conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations

* Prepare and send invoices for house accounts

* Perform bank reconciliations

* Process expenses

* Manage credit card processing

* Administer the contract management system

* Handle credit control for the SLA/License income stream

* Provide cover for other team members during busy periods or absences

* Demonstrate a proactive approach, investigating and resolving finance-related issues

Qualifications & Skills:

* Experience with Sage 50 is required

* Experience with Sage 200 is preferred

* Strong proficiency in Excel

* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels

* Previous experience in a busy accounts department

* AAT or relevant accounting qualification is an advantage

Competency Requirements:

Critical:

* Demonstrable experience within a busy finance department

* High level of IT literacy and numeracy

* Effective communication skills, both internally and externally

* High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Required:

* Initiative and ability to work independently

* Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

* Comfortable using accounting systems and IT

Supportive:

* Willingness to assist with other tasks within the finance function

This role is ideal for a motivated individual who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is eager to support the finance team in various capacities