Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper – Part Time

Aligra Bristol; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000

Job description

Are you a meticulous and experienced finance professional looking for a part-time opportunity in Chepstow?

Join our dynamic team as a Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper where you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial affairs of our vibrant company. This is an exciting chance to utilise your expertise within a supportive work environment, contributing to the financial health and efficiency of our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Bank Reconciliation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions, ensuring that bank statements align with internal accounts.
2. Monthly Payment of PAYE/NIC/CIS to HMRC: Prepare and execute timely payments of PAYE, NIC, and CIS to HMRC, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
3. Quarterly VAT Returns: Prepare and check quarterly VAT returns using Xero, ensuring precise calculations and timely submission to HMRC.
4. Overheads/Budget Report: Compile and present a comprehensive monthly report for management, highlighting key financial insights and areas for improvement.
5. Year-End Accounts Preparation: Liaise closely with the Managing Director and assist accountants in the preparation of year-end accounts, ensuring all statutory deadlines are met.
6. Finance Queries Management: Act as the primary point of contact for finance-related queries, providing clear and accurate information to both internal and external stakeholders.
7. Import Procedures: Assist with documentation and procedures related to the import of materials, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
8. Purchase Ledger Management: Take full ownership of the purchase ledger, from receiving and processing invoices to obtaining payment authorisations from management.
9. Supplier Payment and Reconciliation: Process payments to suppliers, reconcile supplier statements to invoices received, and address any discrepancies.
10. Remittance Advices: Email remittance advices to suppliers promptly after payments are made.
11. CIS Returns: Prepare and submit CIS returns and distribute monthly statements to sub-contractors. Register new subcontractors with HMRC as required.
12. Sales Ledger Management: Issue and enter sales invoices onto the sales ledger, maintain the debtor’s book, and execute effective credit control measures.
13. Customer Statements: Send out monthly statements to customers, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong administrative and organisational skills are essential.
• IT competence with demonstrable accuracy and attention to detail.
• Xero experience is essential; prior experience with Salesforce is desirable but not required.
• CIS experience and competency are needed.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the financial management of a small organisation.

Salary: £18,500 per annum
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 10:00 to 14:00
Holidays: 23 days holiday including the days between Christmas and New Year, in addition to Bank Holidays

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday