Job Description
My client provides award-winning telecare and assistive technology to clients nationwide, looking to hire an additional Finance Administrator to join their friendly dedicated HO team located in Ashford.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to support the smooth day-to-day running of our client's finance function.
This varied role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, a good understanding of finance processes and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Starting salary: 28,350
Ashford, Kent - Free Parking
Full-time, Permanent
Office based Monday to Friday: 08.30 to 17.30 (some Hybrid flex after 6 months)
Applicants MUST DRIVE, due to location of the office (10 min drive from Ashford town centre)
Key Responsibilities
Finance Administration
Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable
Support the preparation of financial statements and maintain the Fixed Asset Register
Assist with month-end processes, including bank reconciliations
Process company credit card transactions and support payment runs and cashflow reporting
Handle intercompany and cross-charging transactions
Carry out debt control activities to support cashflow
Sales & Purchase Ledger
Process purchase orders, liaising with departments to resolve discrepancies
Maintain purchase and sales ledgers to ensure timely and accurate billing
Raise and issue sales invoices, including materials, activities, and ad hoc invoices
Match direct debits for recurring sales invoices
Ensure invoices are sent to customers with appropriate supporting documentation
Systems & Communication
Manage and clear finance-related inboxes
Process financial documents across internal accounting systems
Liaise regularly with Finance Managers and wider teams
Participate in weekly finance calls
Handle ad hoc finance-related calls and correspondence
Additional Responsibilities
Provide financial support for fleet management, including PO processing and ad hoc repair payments
Liaise with operations on insurance-related matters when required
Identify and explore potential cost-saving opportunities
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in a finance administration or similar role
Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organisational and time management skills
Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with multiple departments
Competent in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) with a general knowledge of accounting systems
Benefits:
A business that provides a feel-good factor in all you do!
Holidays - 20 plus BH + one day per year to a max of 25
Plus - Birthday off
Plus - every three months half day on a Friday to have a nice long weekend!
Plus an extra day per annum if no sickness in the previous calendar year.
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free on-site parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay
Store discount
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