Junior Finance Assistant

Job Description:

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Finance Assistant to join a growing wholesale distributor in Nuneaton. The role involves supporting the accounting and finance department with key financial tasks and gaining valuable industry experience.

Client Details

A large UK-based distributor supplies a wide range of industrial and workshop consumables.

Description

• Support the day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, ensuring all payments have the necessary approvals before submission.
• Assist in making sure suppliers are paid within agreed terms, preparing reports and BACS files for review and authorisation by the Finance Manager or Management Accountant.
• Carry out monthly reconciliations between the company's purchase ledger and supplier statements.
• Address and resolve supplier queries promptly and effectively.
• Work to resolve all overdue debtor accounts within set timeframes
• Ensure customer and branch queries relating to the Sales Ledger are handled efficiently and resolved in a timely manner.
• Provide support with the preparation of month-end accounts.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

Profile

A successful Finance Junior should have:

• A basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• A willingness to learn and develop within the accounting and finance field.

Job Offer

• A permanent role with a competitive salary
• Comprehensive training to support your professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Nuneaton.
• Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the retail industry.
• Potential for career progression within the accounting and finance department.