Finance Assistant

The Finance Assistant supports our finance team by carrying out tasks such as data entry, invoice management, payment processing, and maintaining financial databases. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, great problem identification and resolution skills.  The role will also support in the maintaining and delivering accurate and timely financial information, following internal controls and processes to help the finance team meet reporting deadlines. The role will continue to evolve and grow as we develop our systems and processes to meet our growing business needs.

Core Requirements of the Post

• Maintain and produce company payroll
  • Ensure adherence to all systems and controls relating to the production of payroll including submissions to HMRC and Pension Providers
  • Exceptions are added in a timely manner or escalated where appropriate
  • Respond and resolve payroll queries within agreed service standards, ensuring any detriment to employees is minimised as far as possible
  • Liaise with the People Team to ensure amendments to pay are accurate
• Customer Account management
  • Ensure the timely production of invoices so as to minimise negative impact on cash flow, this includes ensuring all required information has been captured to enable the timely collection of remittances.
  • Oversee the internal process of fee uplifts and framework submission by working with key stakeholders across the company who will contribute to this process
  •  Support the Finance Administrator in creating and sending invoices and responding to queries.
  • Internal systems are accurately maintained to ensure correct allocation of funds and therefore MI remains accurate
  • Effectively manage company debtors through the workflow process, with issues being rectified where possible or highlighted to line manager
• Reporting
  • Ensure all data is entered accurately and in a consistent format to enable reliable reporting without the need for unnecessary manual manipulation
  • Prepare first draft of management accounts by relevant monthly deadline
  • Support line manager with annual accounts and audit process as required

Environmental

Risk assessments in respect of individuals, along with general health and safety must be read, understood, completed and signed as per New Forest Care Policy and Procedures.

Data Protection

Data Protection and GDPR are considered in all aspects of the Finance Team. Key consideration will need to be given in areas such as, third party risks, cyber threats and awareness.

Additional Duties

Undertake such additional duties or projects as the directors or line manager may determine
from time to time.

In return, you will receive:

We offer a wide range of benefits to help make New Forest Care a great place to work!

• Comprehensive induction training.
• Funded professional qualifications.
• Discretionary Manager & Peer rewards – Amazon vouchers.
• Company Sick Pay Scheme.
• Workplace Pension Scheme.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays) increasing with length of service.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Reward gateway benefits scheme & access to Blue Light card.
• On-site parking.
• Enhanced DBS covered.
  

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about the work we do, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become a key part of our mission at New Forest Care!

THE COMPANY IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKERS IN THIS ROLE. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. 

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are steadfast in our mission to protect the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo thorough child protection screening, including employment references and enhanced DBS checks.

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