Job Description

Summary of Position


An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Defence Finance Team within the newly formed Healthcare, Aerospace, Defence, Public & Infrastructure Sector. This is a new role created following recent growth across the Defence Business Unit. A varied and demanding role is offered with significant opportunity to learn and develop while supporting the strategic growth of the Defence Business Unit.


Finance Assistant Role & Duties


Supporting the Finance Manager to ensure revenues and costs are captured and allocated accurately. Management of Subcontractor Purchase Orders including invoice queries resolutions. Undertake nominal ledger tasks including processing journals, nominal ledger cross charges and period end reconciliations. Assisting with Ledger Account reconciliations aligned to the Management Accounts. Preparation of Monthly Sales Invoices. Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders. Reporting and monitoring of KPIs and non-financial information to support service delivery and contractual commitments. Assisting the Finance Manager with balance sheet preparation including robust reconciliations to support balances. Completion of monthly payroll reconciliations. Completion of regular large operational and transactional reconciliations. Supporting the Finance Managers with responsibilities across the wider Defence business.
Candidate Experience, Skills and Attributes




Studying towards the AAT/CIMA/ACCA qualification. Experience of working with a finance software package or ERP package. Transport/Logistics Industry experience preferred but not essential. Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships at various levels. Work to a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and promote healthy and robust financial controls. Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards. Be flexible and respond quickly and positively to internal and external stakeholder requests. Have excellent IT skills and be able to understand and harness various systems to benefit the operation. * Have commitment, passion and a progressive attitude for achievement.