Finance Officer

Salary: £27,000 – £28,000
Location: Peterlee, County Durham, UK

Overall purpose

In this role, you must have a clear understanding of Accounts departments functions, processes and procedures. Excellent accuracy and attention to detail is key, and have a willingness to learn and grow your knowledge.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts Manager in all aspects of the accounts function
• Manage Accounts Clerks effectively to assist in achieving deadlines and KPI’s
• Production of Management Accounts in a timely manner
• Produce reports including debtor reports and credit control management
• Production of daily cashflow and reporting to Accounts Manager and business Directors
• Creating, processing and authorising a variety of payments using online banking system
• Bank Reconciliations
• Posting of bank items to the sales and nominal ledger
• Ensuring all invoices are received and processed on a timely basis in line with key deadlines.
• Coding and authorising purchase invoices
• VAT Returns and reconciliation
• Preparing and Processing Journals
• Preparation of Monthly Payroll
• Assist in preparation of annual Financial Plan
• Control of spend on Finance credit card
• Deal with complex supplier/customer queries
• Reconciliation of staff expenses
• Any other reasonably requested task not listed above

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of Accounts/Finance
• Deadline orientated
• Accuracy of work
• Excellent IT skills and in particular thorough knowledge of Excel
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under high pressure with accuracy
• The skills and desire to drive improvement in systems and processes

Health and Safety

• Ensure compliance with company’s HSE policies and procedures
• Challenge any member of staff or visitor professionally when H&S controls are not being adhered

Quality Assurance and Product Security

• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures

RESPONSIBLE TO: Accounts Manager

LIAISE WITH: Internally  – All departments as required

How to Apply:
If you would like to apply for this role please send a copy of your CV to humanresources@alexenergy.co.uk.