Finance Administrator

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd • Permanent • Maidstone, Kent, England, United Kingdom • £28k - £35k / year • 1d ago

We're looking for an enthusiastic Finance Administrator to join a friendly finance team working for a construction business between Maidstone and Medway . This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance tasks, working for a business that operates in an exciting market.

You'll work closely with the Director, taking ownership of financial processes, supplier management, and office administration. If you enjoy variety, have excellent attention to detail, and like being at the heart of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Finance

Raise and issue accurate sales invoices in a timely manner.
Process supplier invoices and schedule payments.
Manage credit control by professionally following up overdue payments via phone and email.
Run monthly payroll, including pension contributions and HMRC RTI submissions.
Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns using Xero (Making Tax Digital compliant).
Complete bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records in Xero.
Manage staff expenses, petty cash, and reimbursements.
Produce regular reports on cash flow, aged debtors, and outstanding payments.
Liaise with the company's accountant during month-end and year-end processes.

Administration & Business Support

Provide general office administration, including filing, correspondence, ordering office supplies, and maintaining organised records.
Support the Director with diary management, meeting preparation, and ad hoc administrative tasks.
Handle incoming calls and emails, acting as a professional first point of contact for the business.

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in a hands on accounts role covering a variety of duties including VAT submissions
Comfortable communicating by phone, whether chasing outstanding payments or negotiating with suppliers.
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong time management skills.
Able to manage multiple priorities and switch confidently between finance and administrative tasks.
AAT qualified or studying towards an AAT qualification is desirable, and a study support package will be included
Previous experience using Xero is essential

In the return the company are offering a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a fully office based role, working a 35 hour week.

If you have the relevant experience we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become a valued member of our team.

*Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

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