Financial Administrator

SUMMARY:
Job Title: Junior Financial Administrator / Bookkeeper

About our client:
Our client prides themselves on their commitment to excellence and integrity in financial services. The Group Finance Team plays a vital role in ensuring the financial health and strategic direction of the Group Companies; they are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join this team.

Position Overview:
As a member of the team, you will provide essential administrative support to the Finance Team including the Group Financial Director (GFD) and Senior Financial Administrator (SFA). Your contributions will be integral to delivering a full financial function, to trial balance for the Group Companies. It will be a great fit for someone who is organized, efficient, and a strong team player.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Daily processing of all cash books – using excel and Xero accounting packages
• Capture supplier and customer invoices and corresponding general journal entries
• Analyse financial reports, to ensure no errors or discrepancies
• Capture VAT returns and manage SARs Efiling
• Production of weekly cash flow statements
• Administration of investment portfolios
• Compilation and timely submission of Management Accounts
• Process payments to suppliers and preparation of monthly payments
• Maintain a fixed asset register (depreciation and disposals )
• Compile documents for annual audit files
• Assist in preparation of budgets and budgetary control

• National Diploma / Certificate in Bookkeeping (preferred but not required, if sufficient relevant experience)
• Previous experience in an administrative finance role
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and Xero accounting software
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional client interaction skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in response to changing workload, often under pressure
• Capability to work independently with little supervision
• Good telephone manner, demonstrating professionalism and courtesy.