Finance Assistant
Cirencester
£30,000 - £32,000
Permanent
Our client is looking for a Finance Assistant that reports directly the MD delivering accurate and efficient finance and administration support across the business
Key Responsibilities - Finance Assistant
- Report directly to the Managing Director, delivering accurate and efficient finance and administrative support across the business.
- Process purchase and sales ledger transactions, including credit control activities.
- Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal postings.
- Manage fixed assets and coordinate machine servicing and maintenance schedules.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close activities.
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts.
- Complete quarterly VAT returns and HMRC submissions, including P11Ds, P46s, and tax calculations.
- Act as the main liaison with HMRC and external accountants.
- Serve as the first point of contact for managers and employees on finance and HR matters.
- Manage all payroll instructions, ensuring timely preparation of weekly and monthly payroll runs.
- Coordinate with HMRC and pension providers to ensure compliance with submissions and regulations.
- Resolve payroll queries and provide payroll reports as required.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and payroll legislation.
- Oversee all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee welfare, ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
Qualifications & Requirements - Finance Assistant
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
- AAT qualified (or equivalent).
- Proven ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Previous experience using Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll (essential).
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
- Confident communicator with the ability to take initiative and ownership of tasks.
- Professional and discreet, with an understanding of handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Approachable, resilient, and comfortable being challenged while able to stand firm when necessary.
- Solid knowledge of PAYE, NI, and statutory deductions.
- Experience in recruitment, training, and development (desirable).
What we can offer - Finance Assistant
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on 01453 829799 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]
Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Candidates who are currently a Finance assistant, accounts assistant, assistant accountant, Payroll administrator may be suitable for this position
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