Finance Assistant United Kingdom
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide support to the management of the business by maintaining accurate accounts payable and billing transactional records in respect of the Group companies. All tasks to be carried out efficiently and effectively, in accordance with Walkers' procedures. To assist in the day to day running of the Finance function for the region working alongside the Finance Manager, Head of Finance and Managing Partner.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Processing of supplier invoices and reconciliation of supplier statements
- Ensure all invoices are correctly addressed and appropriately approved in accordance with budgets
- Assist with production of the monthly billing cycle
- Responding to all billing queries in a timely manner
- Set up of monthly supplier and expense payment batches, standing orders and direct debits
- Analysis and capture of credit card transactions
- Provide administrative support to the Finance Manager
- Maintain a structured filing system
- Maintain and update procedural documentation accordingly
- Responding to all queries in respect of the above
- The list of activities is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time depending upon the experience of the successful candidate
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Previous experience desirable. Training is provided.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Attention to detail
- Energy and eagerness to learn and progress
- Works independently and as a team member;
- Working with conflicting and demanding deadlines;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Disciplined approach to work;
- Strong commitment to client service excellence;
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at all levels of understanding;
- Progressive and takes responsibility for self-development, in line with agreed annual performance objectives;
- To act at all times in accordance with Walkers values;
IT SKILLS
Essential: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional Suite of products 2010
Desirable: Aderant
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal working hours/days when requested.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We are committed to providing equal opportunities. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. Managing equality and diversity means valuing and utilising the differences our people bring to the business regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, or age, so ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.
