Job Description

Job Title:

Finance Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Salary:

30,000

Location:

Christchurch / Hybrid working (2 days working from home following induction)

Hours:

37.5 hours (some flexibility with working hours)

Contract:

12 Months Fixed Term

Contract Start Date:

Early-Mid February

Mar-Key Group Limited are an established private equity backed business based in Christchurch, Dorset. We design, manufacture and build temporary structures for large well-known events and industrial solutions. We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join our team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This position will report into the Head of Finance, and will support the finance team with the day-to-day accounting operations, accurate processing of transactions and maintaining financial records.

The Key responsibilities for this role are as follows:

Accounts Payable

Undertake the accurate inputting and analysis of purchase invoices, including matching invoices to purchase orders on MS Dynamics 365 Ensure all payments and receipts are entered on MS Dynamics 365 and undertake analysis of all non-ledger payments and receipts Support a robust control environment and contribute to continuous improvement of processes Ongoing proactive communications with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage supply chain and cashflow Prepare draft payment schedules in line with agreed supplier terms and cashflow requirements Support cashflow management by providing clear visibility of upcoming payment commitments

Credit Cards

Manage company credit card transactions, including reconciling credit card statements on a monthly basis, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner, and reviewing supporting documentation and receipts to ensure compliance with company policies and VAT requirements Post credit card transactions to the ledger, ensuring correct allocation to nominal codes Liaise with cardholders to obtain missing information or clarify transactions where required Support month-end processes by ensuring all credit card transactions are fully reconciled and posted within agreed deadlines

Payments

Make payments as agreed with Head of Finance, ensuring that invoices are matched on purchase ledger, including statement reconciliation and query management Pay expenses to employees against authorised expense claims

Management Support

Support in the scheduling of payments when required Input and assist with the analysis of salaries, expenses and deductions for company accounts

Payroll

Assist in preparation and inputting of weekly and monthly payroll Review and query timesheets for payroll Respond to employee payroll queries

General

Contribute new ideas to improve processes Representing the business positively and professionally at all time Any other reasonable task required of you

To be considered for this role, you will need:

Proven experience in a similar position and an excellent understanding of financial processes High attention to detail, numeracy accuracy and speed of input A motivated, self-starter with an enthusiastic, positive, 'can-do' attitude with an ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the business Excellent organisation, planning and time management skills, able to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines A methodical approach to decision making, trouble-shooting and finding solutions Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Previous experience using MS Dynamics 365 would be advantageous To be available to join by early-mid February and be able to commute to Christchurch
We offer 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays), hybrid working following induction (2 days working from home), company pension and free on site parking.

No agencies please.

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

Pay: 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime On-site parking Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Christchurch BH23 3TF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person