Job description

Affinity Fragrances Ltd is a leading wholesaler of designer fragrance, cosmetics and haircare based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016 the company has grown rapidly, expanding its product range and the fabulous team that support us. As an organisation we want to ensure our customers receive only the best in customer service so are looking for people who are keen to deliver the high standard that we pride ourselves on.

The Role

We are looking for a diligent and responsible Finance Assistant with a good attention to detail and customer service to join the finance team, the role requires hands on processing of a wide variety of accounting tasks, including:

• Setting up new suppliers on Sage following necessary checks.
• Purchase ledger invoice entry including the reconciliation to purchase order, goods received /service delivery notes (as applicable) and related documentation.
• Liaising with the operations and commercial teams to ensure stock supplier invoices are processed and settled within agreed terms.
• Preparation of daily/weekly supplier payment runs.
• Assisting the Finance Manager with the daily completion of the business cashflow forecast and reporting, especially around purchase commitments and payments.
• Ensure all documents including invoices, delivery notes, receipts are filed in an orderly and timely manner.
• Preparation and allocation of credit card and cash expenses.
• Being able to cover for the credit controller which includes learning most day-to-day credit control tasks which include new account set-up, daily invoice distribution, weekly statement distribution and sending payment reminders via email.
• Undertake all tasks as required by senior management that are reasonably commensurate with your skills, knowledge, and experience.
• Ensure the compliance to policies of the business and the maintenance of absolute confidentiality in relation to all and any information about employees, clients, suppliers and all other confidential information relating to the Company

The Person

The ideal candidate will:

• Knowledge of processing general book-keeping tasks such as journals and bank reconciliations, ideally on Sage
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Relevant experience looking after a purchase ledger in a multi-currency environment
• Be keen to learn new tasks and develop as a key team member within the business
• Proficient numerical and analytical skills
• proactive approach to work
• Good organisational and problem solving skills
• Confident communicator with ability to build rapport
• High level of attention to details
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Lateral flow tests

Experience:

• purchase ledger or similar: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FA - Finance