Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

This 12-month maternity cover role which sits at the heart of East West Connect's Finance Department. This is a hands-on role where you will manage

accounts payable and receivable

, support

month-end and year-end closing

, assist with

budgeting and forecasting

, and ensure the accuracy of our financial records.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the

Senior Finance Manager

and

Finance Director

, gain exposure to a variety of financial processes, and develop their career in a professional finance environment.

This role is ideal for someone with an

AAT qualification

, who is

studying ACCA or ACA

, and wants to progress in accounting and finance within a UK context.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Prepare, review, and reconcile

financial documents

including invoices, bills, and ledgers. Manage

accounts payable and accounts receivable

processes efficiently. Supervise and support the Assistant Accountant and Accounts Support Team. Assist HR/Payroll with

monthly payroll processing

. Prepare and maintain

cash flow statements

and regular financial reports. Support

budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

activities. Complete and check

daily bank reconciliations

. Record and post financial transactions accurately in accounting software. Manage

company ledgers

and ensure financial records are up to date. Process business expenses, verify bank deposits, and monitor office costs. Coordinate

internal and external audits

. Post daily receipts and manage

debtors and creditors reporting

. Handle accruals, prepayments, and other monthly financial tasks. Support

year-end closing and reporting

, ensuring accuracy in all financial statements. Identify and resolve discrepancies in

accounts and reports

.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (Person Specification)

AAT qualification

required. Studying for

ACCA

or

ACA

is highly desirable. A

university degree

in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline is an advantage. Minimum

1 year of experience

in a similar accounting role. Experience in a

UK accountancy practice

is a plus.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Strong

attention to detail

and numerical accuracy. Proficiency with

accounting software

and Microsoft Excel. Good

communication and organisational skills

. Ability to work independently and as part of a

finance team

. Analytical and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities.
Detailed JD will be on our careers page :

https://eastwestconnect.com/careers/

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme
Work Location: In person