Job Description

Job title:

Finance Assistant

Location:

North West, London, NW2 7HF

Salary:

28,000 - 30,000 per annum (pro-rate), 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Hours:

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm + 1 hour lunch break (3 days in office, 2 days working from home)

Our business...

At Vitabiotics, you'll find a diverse bunch of talented folk who come from a wide range of backgrounds and possess an extensive array of experience. What brings us all together is a culture that thrives on innovation, mutual respect, team work and a sense of commitment. Vitabiotics is truly a great place to work!


Vitabiotics has pioneered advances in nutritional healthcare products for over 50 years and the range includes many of Britain's leading supplement brands such as Perfectil, Pregnacare, Wellman, Wellwoman and Menopace.


As the UK's No.1 vitamin company, exporting to over 100 countries, Vitabiotics is widely acknowledged as leaders in innovation and in 2018 became the first vitamin company to twice receive the Queen's Award for Innovation, awarded for its ground breaking clinical research.

About the role

As part of our commitment to innovation and development, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will support day-to-day financial operations, ensure accurate record-keeping, and assist with budgeting, invoicing, and reporting activities. This role is perfect for someone looking to develop their career in finance within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities will include...

Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments and journal entries Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes - invoicing processing, reconciliations and credit control Maintain balance sheet accounts Assist in budgeting and forecasting process Prepare and post journals and ensure accuracy in the general ledger Assist in audit preparation and respond to auditor queries Provide financial analysis and reports as required by management Continuously improve processes and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies. Conduct user acceptance testing as part of the Finance Transformation program.

Requirements

Essential

Part qualified ACCA/CIMA or AAT Level 4 equivalent Experience in a finance or accounting role Strong knowledge of double entry bookkeeping and financial principles Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Desirable

Using SAP B1 or similar ERP

Skills

Good excel skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong communication skills.

Benefits

24 Days annual leave plus bank holidays Bupa dental cover. Private medical insurance. 50% staff discount on all Vitabiotics products. Staff skills training. Health and wellbeing programme. Pension contributions. Sick pay support. Free onsite parking. Enhanced maternity or paternity leave. Company events. Fresh fruit and snacks. 2 Charity days a year. * Free EV charging station.