Our client is seeking a Finance Administrator on a fixed-term contract for a duration of 6 months. This vital role will provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support to the finance function, ensuring a smooth and efficient service to both internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining strong financial operations and fostering positive relationships with suppliers, providing the opportunity to enhance their skills in a dynamic environment. This position offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to the team while gaining valuable experience within the finance sector.
Job Duties:
- Processing payment requests to ensure a swift and accurate service to suppliers
- Liaising with suppliers regarding their invoices and payment queries
- Posting outgoing payments and financial transactions
- Performing supplier statement reconciliations and creditor control account reconciliations
- Managing aged ledger items
- Maintaining internal processes
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and project work
- Carrying out ad hoc tasks as required
- Maintaining filing and archive systems
- Assisting with database administration and internal billing queries
- Reviewing monthly transactions in accordance with month-end reporting
- Maintaining internal financial allocations between jurisdictions
- Addressing internal and client enquiries (e.g. unpaid/overdue invoices, supplier statement reconciliations, matter postings)
- Handling face-to-face and telephone requests for assistance in a prompt and friendly manner
- Preparing and distributing internal reports
- Liaising with employees regarding their business expenses and payment queries
- Communicating with external suppliers concerning their invoice payments and statement queries
- Producing and distributing remittance advices
- Reconciling supplier statements, bank accounts, and general ledgers
- Updating and maintaining supplier contact and master data records
Job Requirements:
- Previous Accounts Payable experience is essential
- Proficient in desktop programmes including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Experience with Cosine/3E is preferable but not essential
- Strong academic background
- Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail
- Good level of computer literacy including knowledge of Excel
- Effective prioritisation and organisational skills
- Ability to analyse data confidently
- Strong sense of confidentiality
- Willingness to collaborate as part of a team
- Friendly and helpful approach to dealing with others
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
What You’ll Love:
Our client offers a supportive work environment with a standard working week of 37.5 hours and a generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rated for the length of the contract). This role presents an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a dynamic finance function while working alongside a dedicated team.
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