Description
Finance Officer - £28,000 - Hybrid (Preston) - Permanent
Are you an experienced Finance Officer looking for your next opportunity? My client, a well-established organisation based in Preston, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join their finance team. This is a fantastic permanent role offering hybrid working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately process all financial transactions in line with company policies and procedures
- Maintain and operate the day-to-day accounting system, including managing the accounts inbox
- Create new supplier accounts and ensure compliance with the approved supplier list
- Process purchase order requisitions, ensuring correct general ledger codes and department allocations
- Seek appropriate authorisation before converting requisitions to purchase orders
- Ensure timely receipting of all open purchase orders
- Process purchase invoices against receipted orders
- Reconcile supplier accounts and handle statements efficiently
- Run suggested payments and obtain authorisation before processing via the banking system
- Send remittance advices to suppliers after payment authorisation
- Resolve supplier queries and maintain high service standards
- Raise pro-forma invoices promptly and ensure accurate expense payments
- Process credit card receipts for company credit card holders
- Assist the Finance Manager with month-end and year-end processes, including audit preparation
- Prepare financial reports and analysis when required
- Maintain up-to-date financial records and ensure transactions are completed within deadlines
- Cover credit control duties when necessary
- Update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for finance processes
What We're Looking For:
- Previous experience in a similar finance role
- AAT Level 3, maybe studying towards AAT Level 4
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Benefits:
- Salary of £28,000
- Hybrid working model (office based in Preston)
- Permanent role with career development opportunities
Apply Now!
To apply, please send your CV to Jamie Capper at Agility Resourcing or give me a call for a confidential discussion.
