Job Description

Finance Support Assistant. - Immediate start.

Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join our clients finance team based in County Londonderry, NI. As a Finance Support Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data and processes. You will support the day-to-day operations of the finance department and ensure all activities comply with internal policies and procedures.

This role is a 4/5 week temporary role with the possibility of an extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use finance systems to input and extract data in line with internal control procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile financial records, ensuring accurate processing and timely completion of tasks, including file uploads.
• Review, prepare, and process documents in accordance with financial controls.
• Carry out regular control account reconciliations and adhere to best practices.
• Provide administrative support and respond to queries related to finance operations.
• Liaise with budget holders to resolve issues quickly and in line with organisational policies.
• Contribute to the planning and improvement of finance procedures, offering suggestions for system and process enhancements.
• Communicate with relevant external bodies such as HMRC, pensions providers, or the Student Loans Company where necessary.
• Deliver training and support to colleagues and assist temporary staff to ensure consistent compliance with procedures.
• Assist in developing and updating finance policies and procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of system updates in collaboration with IT and other stakeholders, including user testing.
• Stay informed of relevant regulations and share updates with the wider team.
• Provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining positive and professional relationships.
• Organise and manage your workload effectively while supporting team members, especially during periods of leave or high demand.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing requested documentation and information promptly.
• Be a supportive team player and flexible when needed, including occasionally working outside standard hours to meet deadlines.
• Maintain well-organised and secure filing systems for financial records and confidential data.
• Take part in the rotation of duties across the finance team, which may involve occasional travel between sites.
• Carry out any other relevant tasks as required, appropriate to the level of the role.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working in a finance or administrative environment.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working with financial systems and spreadsheets.
• A team player with a customer-focused attitude.

Pay Rate: £25k - £27k

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.