Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant Location: Padiham, Burnley Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum Our client based in Padiham is currently looking to hire an experienced Finance Assistant to join the team. This is an excellent opportuntiy to join a group of companies which is continously growing, they also promote from within recognising staff achievements. Role and Responsibilities * Daily bank posting & reconciliation * Review and confirm sales invoices, convert from draft to Invoice and issue to customer * Monitor and action the company accounts email inbox * Request authorisation by relevant manager for non-PO Invoices via adobe DocuSign * Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports * Credit Control, debt chasing and constant monitoring of current credit limits ensuring all customers stick within their assigned credit limit * Circulate weekly debtor reports around the management team with commentary * Weekly BACS payment run to ensure all suppliers are paid to terms * Supplier statement reconciliation * Monthly company credit card statement reconciliation * Full control over purchase ledger, ensure invoices match PO & enter/query with PM if not * Any ad hoc financial duties * Monthly PAYE payment (to reach HMRC by 22nd) * Credit check new customers/prospects and ensure the account is correctly set up Qualifications and education requirements * Sound knowledge of Excel and Excel functions * Attention to detail to catch errors * Strong math abilities * Great organizational skills * Good knowledge of accounting practices * Time management skills * Ability to follow company policies * Ability to work independently and on a team * Strong financial and accounting background, with excellent communication skills