Graduate Finance Assistant

Requirements

• A Recent Degree: A degree in Accounting, Finance or something similar with demonstrable experience using Excel
• Basic Accounting Knowledge:
  Good understanding of accounting principles including debits and credits, accruals, prepayments, general ledger processes, and their link to month-end reporting
• Accuracy and Systems
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure. Confident using intermediate Excel
• Organisation and Communication:
  Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Strong communication skills when working with internal teams, suppliers, and customers
• Ownership and Proactive Approach:
  Able to take ownership of tasks, work independently, and see work through to completion. Proactive in identifying, resolving, or escalating issues when needed
• (Desirable) Finance Experience (AP & AR):
  Experience in a finance or accounts role with exposure to accounts payable and/or receivable, including invoice processing, ledger management, and payment or collection support
• (Desirable) Cash Management
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience supporting cash flow forecasting, cash collection, or credit control, with an understanding of how daily transactions impact cash flow
• (Desirable) Systems Knowledge:
  Experience using accounting and workflow systems such as Xero, Zoho, and Asana

• We’re looking for a Graduate Finance Assistant who will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and accurate running of day-to-day finance activities, providing reliable financial data to support strategic decision-making, and maintaining compliance with financial regulations
• This role is key to supporting the wider business and ensuring EMJ continues to operate efficiently and effectively as we grow
• Cash Collection:
  Ownership of the debtor ledger, proactively chase overdue invoices, maintain accurate records, and build strong customer relationships to resolve delays quickly. Monitor aged debt and elevate high-risk balances where required
• Payment Runs:
  Prepare and process monthly payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate, approved, and aligned with company controls. Prioritise payments effectively and maintain clear supplier communication
• Cash Flow Preparation:
• Produce monthly cash flow forecasts, track actuals against forecast, and identify potential risks, shortfalls, or low cash points early
• Accounts Receivable (AR):
• Ensure invoices are raised accurately and issued promptly, resolve billing queries efficiently, and work with internal teams to prevent invoicing delays
• Accounts Payable (AP):
• Process supplier invoices accurately and on time, including matching, coding, posting to correct cost centres, and resolving supplier discrepancies
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations:
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring balances are fully supported, discrepancies resolved promptly, and documentation remains audit-ready
• Credit Card Reconciliations:
• Reconcile credit card expenses, ensuring receipts are provided and spending complies with EMJ company policies. Escalate any unusual or non-compliant transactions
• Month-End Support:
• Support month-end processes through preparation of prepayments, accruals, journals, and departmental cost analysis, ensuring deadlines are met accurately
• Reports to:
  
  Assistant Accountant
• Hours:
  
  8.30am – 5pm, Mon-Fri