Finance Assistant

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our finance team based in Witney, Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance experience to play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of a growing business.
You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timely processing of payments related to customer bookings and supplier invoices, while supporting the wider finance function with reporting and administrative tasks.
Key responsibilities include:
. Day-to-day management of payments, including processing supplier invoices and ensuring they align with original booking agreements
. Raising commission invoices where required
. Compiling and processing weekly payment runs, including supplier payments, client refunds, bill payments and agent commissions
. Sending payment remittance advice to suppliers following payment runs
. Managing bank accounts across multiple currencies, including processing outgoing payments and handling queries
. Weekly reconciliation of bank accounts
. Reconciling company credit card statements and processing expenses
. Maintaining accurate financial records for active bookings in Xero
. Credit control, including sending balance reminders and chasing overdue payments
. Managing security deposits
. Supporting sales consultants and directors with finance-related queries
. Assisting the Management Accountant with ad-hoc finance tasks as required
As part of a small team, there is scope to broaden your responsibilities and develop new skills once core duties are established.
We are looking for someone who is organised, detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Essential:
. Strong knowledge of Xero
. Experience in a similar finance or accounts role
. Solid understanding of debits and credits
. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel and Outlook
. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
. Excellent attention to detail
. Professional communication skills and telephone manner
. Ability to build positive working relationships across teams
Desirable:
. AAT qualification or studying towards one
. Understanding of VAT rules
. Experience using Salesforce (training can be provided)
If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply today!
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