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Finance Assistant plus study support – PR Agency – VFR3328

Role: Finance Assistant

Sector: PR Agency

Location: Central London

Permanent: Hybrid 3 days working in the office (M/T/TH), 2 days from home

Salary: £29,500 plus study support

Reference: VisionFR 3328

VisionFR is delighted to be seeking a Finance Assistant on behalf of our client an exceptional leading international communications agency. They are a vibrant agency and love what they do.

This is a terrific opportunity for a Finance Assistant covering both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger and looking to further their knowledge and grow in a highly creative environment as part of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant

Accounts Payable

  • Process and arrange payment of supplier invoices.
  • Accurately code invoices to the appropriate projects and nominal accounts.
  • Deal with internal queries relating to purchases and payments.
  • Respond to supplier queries and maintain positive working relationships.
  • Set up and maintain supplier accounts in line with company procedures.
  • Reconcile supplier accounts and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Assist with improving and streamlining accounts payable processes.
  • Manage company credit card transactions and reconciliations.
  • Process and reconcile employee expenses.

Accounts Receivable & General Finance

  • Record incoming payments and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Assist with credit control and debtor reporting.
  • Complete regular bank, payroll-related and intercompany reconciliations.
  • Process intercompany transactions, fixed assets and recharge entries.
  • Maintain accurate records relating to trade debtors and creditors.
  • Support the finance team with audit requirements.
  • Deal with internal finance queries and build strong relationships across the business.
  • Maintain employee financial records and related information.
  • Assist with system training and support.
  • Produce ad hoc reports and provide general support to the wider finance team.

 

Key Skills & Requirements of the Finance Assistant

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or a related subject.
  • Good understanding of core accounting and finance principles.
  • Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail.
  • Confident communicator with a proactive approach.
  • Able to work accurately to deadlines in a busy environment.
  • Good Excel skills, including functions such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF.
  • Well organised with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA, or keen to pursue a professional accounting qualification.

VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful

discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client recruitment needs.

Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.

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