Finance Assistant

  • Dartford, Kent
  • Posted 28th January 2025

About this role

Finance Assistant Role in Dartford

Are you ready to elevate your career in finance? This role offers a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued and your career progression supported. As a Finance Assistant in Dartford, you will be part of a dedicated team, working closely with the Head of Finance and existing credit controller. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who is keen to develop into a finance manager.

Key Benefits:
– Career Growth: This role is designed for those eager to progress within the finance sector, offering a clear pathway to a managerial position.
– Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a variety of tasks, ensuring no two days are the same.
– Skill Development: Enhance your expertise in both credit control and accounts payable, gaining comprehensive experience in finance operations.
– Team Collaboration: Work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining insights and mentorship from experienced colleagues.

Role Breakdown:

Credit Control (70%):
– Engage in daily debt chasing via telephone, fostering strong relationships with customers. A robust, go-getting attitude is essential.
– Set up new customer accounts and perform credit checks.
– Review and adjust credit limits as necessary.
– Address customer invoicing queries, both internally and externally.
– Dispatch monthly statements.
– Regularly review the ledger with the existing credit controller and Head of Finance.
– Handle potential legal cases.
– Assist in managing the invoices inbox.

Accounts Payable (30%):
– Post and reconcile credit card transactions.
– Record purchases onto the CRM against purchase orders, addressing any discrepancies.
– Post supplier payments onto Sage and issue remittances.
– Assist in managing the accounts payable inbox.
– Reconcile supplier statements.

Skills and Experience Required:
– A positive, proactive attitude with a strong desire to progress within the finance industry.
– Excellent communication skills for effective debt chasing and relationship building.
– Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
– Experience with Sage and CRM systems 
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is a full-time, office-based role, offering a stimulating environment for a finance professional looking to make a significant impact. If you are enthusiastic, driven, and ready to take the next step in your finance career, this role in Dartford could be the perfect fit.
  • Reference
    JOB-3216

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