Job Description

Job Summary

The Finance Officer plays a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the organisation. This position involves overseeing financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles, as well as proficiency in Xero accounting software.

Duties

Book keeping

Raising sales invoices to customers

Ensuring CIS is properly accounted for

Posting remittances

Providing regular reports to the directors including aged debtors

Dealing and resolving customer queries and providing documentation after liaising with internal team members

Processing supplier invoices

Making payments to supplier

Dealing with queries on invoices with suppliers

Ensuring Sales and purchase ledgers are kept up to date

Reconciling bank accounts

Managing expenses

Liaison with external accountants (technical support is provided by them)

Recording VAT on sales and purchases/payments

Credit Control

Monitoring customer credit limits and ensuring they are not exceeded

Keeping invoices paid up to date

Chasing by e-mail and telephone overdue invoices

Recording accurately correspondence and communication with customers

Understanding rights and calculating interest on overdue invoices

Experience of using Money claim on line

Skills

Accuracy Numeracy Excellent time management Experience with Xero Good problem solving skills Excellent customer service Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations Analytical skills and thorough attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication Persistence and determination Understanding of VAT along with Reverse VAT for construction Good knowledge of CIS Qualification not essential provided the individual is qualified by experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Experience:

Accounts/Finance: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person