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Senior Finance AssistantOur client, a growing and ambitious business, is looking for a Senior Finance Assistant to join its finance team on 12-month contract. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key accounting processes, support international entities, and contribute to the continued development of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities*Support the preparation of group management accounts.
*Deliver accurate month-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, deferred income, and other journals.
*Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies across multiple entities.
*Reconcile intercompany transactions and prepare VAT returns.
*Liaise with external accountants and advisors across different territories.
*Provide support across transactional finance activities, including invoice processing, payment runs, accruals, and revenue reconciliations.
*Assist with the year-end audit and act as a key contact for finance-related queries.
Requirements*Strong understanding of month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments.
*Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns.
*Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
*Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
*Proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to support across all areas of finance.
*Good Excel skills and experience using finance systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience across management accounting, financial operations, and international finance within a growing business.


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