Accounting Assistant/Receivables

Accounting Assistant/Receivables Location: Loughborough Shifts: Monday - Friday flexible between 08:00 and 17:00 Pay Rate: £16 per hour The main function of an accounting assistant is to compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. A typical accounting assistant is responsible for a wide range of technology and can work in areas closely related to computers. Job responsibilities: * Assist Sr Finance Manager / UK Controller with Annual Budgeting (AOP) process * Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of monthly close activities * Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations, including general ledger accounts and sub ledger accounts * Management reporting through Hyperion Financial Management systems including PLN 2.0, FDM, FDMEE, Hyperion Planning, and CMR. * Full ownership of P&L and Balance Sheet for a small divisional entity. * Accounts Receivable / Credit Control for a small ledger of international customers * Support transactional colleagues with invoice processing volume to support overall delivery by the team. * Assist with the preparation of finance and business presentations, including monthly and quarterly business review schedules * Support ad-hoc requests as needed Required Skills: + years of experience *Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking. *AP/AR experience required *Ability to work independently and manage one's time. *Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting. *Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software. *Need someone to fit in within the team and good banter Education/Experience: * High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in accounting or related financial discipline preferred. * 0-2 years financial and/or accounting experience required. Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy