Finance Assistant Redruth, England
Job description
Role
Geothermal Engineering Ltd (GEL) is an SME, based in Cornwall, that is developing the UK’s first geothermal power plant and follow-on sites across the UK. Our team is growing to meet the needs of new projects, and we require a part-time finance assistant with experience of financial operations and payroll in a small business. The role will be based at the United Downs Geothermal site near Redruth, with opportunities for flexible working.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform a variety of duties, working closely with the Financial Director and the whole GEL team. These may include, but not be limited to:
- Undertake various accounting tasks relating to: • month and end-year accounting processes • accounts payable/receivable • cash receipts, debit card payments and invoices • monthly payroll • VAT return preparation • employee expenses & mileage claims
- Log invoices, ensure GEL personnel check invoices, pay approved invoices
- Liaise with the service providers to correct invoice discrepancies, and deal with outstanding payments (creditors and debtors)
- Assist with audits
- Provide recommendations to the Financial Director
- Improve systems, policies and procedures and keep up to date with regulatory requirements
- Produce management information
- Maintain financial files and records
- Assist with reporting and claims requirements for international grants and research projects
- Perform tasks outside of this list, as reasonably required by the company
Requirements
- Hardworking, adaptable and flexible self-starter, keen to take initiative and engage with all aspects of a geothermal project
- Significant experience of accounting, payroll and taxation
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft suite of Office products and Xero accounting software
- Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles to trial balance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Full, clean UK driving licence
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 21 per week
Salary: £24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- TR165HY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 28/02/2023
Reference ID: Finance Assistant
