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Finance Officer
Job Posted: 14 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Expire in: 14 days
Job Description
Finance Officer
Salary: £40-45,000 per annum + 25 days holiday allowance + Bank Holidays, Private Medial, Pension, Cash Plan, Parking +++ Hours: 8.30-5pm - Onsite - Monday - Friday.
Location: Tunbridge Wells Reporting to: Finance Director
Team: Supportive and upbeat Finance team of four, part of a large reputable organisation based in Tunbridge Wells.
Role Overview: As a Senior Finance Officer, you will manage, oversee, and actively participate in all aspects of the Finance Department to ensure the timely and accurate production of financial and management reports. You will play a key role in financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll processing, compliance, and external reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Management Reporting
Lead the preparation of monthly financial and management accounts for review by the Finance Director before submission to the Board of Directors, including:
Profit and Loss accounts
Balance sheets
Departmental P&Ls
Cash, debtor, and creditor analysis
Other financial schedules as required
Oversee and ensure accuracy in key reconciliations, such as bank, cash, and control accounts, VAT, PAYE, and National Insurance.
Manage and calculate accounting adjustments for:
Stock valuation
Work-in-progress and long-term contract adjustments
Accruals and prepayments
Contracts in advance, bad debt provisions, and other financial provisions
Monitor actual income and expenditure against budget/forecast (Job Costing), investigate variances, and report findings.
Process monthly payroll, including:
Payrolling Benefits, RTI submissions, electronic payslips, P45s, and P60s
Accurate reporting of payroll liabilities (PAYE, National Insurance)
Enter financial transactions (customer, supplier, bank, stock, etc.) to maintain timely reporting and provide cover for staff absences.
Post Nominal & Job Costing Daybooks daily.
Maintain an up-to-date and secure filing system, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
Jointly manage the audit process with the Finance Director, ensuring deadlines are met.
Oversee and manage compliance audits and inspections from HMRC.
Prepare and submit HMRC VAT returns accurately and on time.
Ensure all required returns/submissions to HMRC and Companies House are completed, ensuring full compliance with financial and legal obligations.
Skills & Qualifications
Relevant commercial Financial Based Experience
Studying towards an accountancy qualification (AAT Level 3 or higher desirable) or equivalent.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Access is desirable.
Experience with digital financial systems in a commercial environment
Strong understanding of construction industry finance, including subcontracts, applications for payment, client certification, and retention's.
Knowledge of key financial legislation, such as:
Construction Industry Scheme
Domestic Reverse Charge for Construction (VAT)
Off-Payroll Working (IR35)
Proven experience in preparing high-quality management accounts and financial reports.
Experience managing financial operations, ideally supporting c150 employees
Willingness to undergo training and continuously develop professional knowledge.If you are looking for a new challenge or an exciting career move - apply for this role today.
This role is being managed by Debbie Foster - Tunbridge Wells - Office Angels - (phone number removed)
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