Finance Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our finance team in Ross-on-Wye. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management and reporting activities across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who is studying towards a professional qualification or looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

As Finance Assistant, your duties will include:

Preparing monthly management accounts for subsidiary entities.

Processing and reviewing salaries, journals, accruals, prepayments, pensions, fixed assets and reconciliations.

Producing and maintaining trial balances and month-end reporting schedules.

Supporting subsidiary budgeting and forecasting processes.

Performing financial account reconciliations and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained.

Providing cover for stock reconciliations and assisting with inventory-related reporting.

Supporting a variety of finance improvement projects and process enhancements.

Responding to financial accounting queries from internal stakeholders.

Assisting with year-end, interim and statutory audits, as well as HMRC and other regulatory audit requirements.

Attending annual stock counts and supporting inventory verification activities.

Assisting with year-end reporting and producing ad hoc financial reports as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous accounting experience within a finance or accounting function.

AAT qualified, studying towards CIMA or ACCA, part-qualified, or equivalent accounting qualification.

Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

A proactive, self-motivated and positive approach to work.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Good problem-solving abilities and a willingness to take ownership of tasks.

Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Desirable Skills

Previous experience using SAP and/or Sage accounting systems.

Experience supporting audits and financial reporting processes.

Exposure to stock accounting and inventory reconciliations.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Study support opportunities for professional qualifications (where applicable).

A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The chance to be involved in a varied and rewarding finance role within a growing organisation.

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic accounting professional looking for your next challenge and want to develop your career within a successful finance team, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV and application today to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Ross-on-Wye.

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