Finance Assistant

NLB Solutions are working with a subsidiary of a large business based in Watford to recruit for a new member of the team that will join as a Finance Assistant. This role is suitable for someone that has graduated with a accountancy related degree or has started their AAT studies and is keen to develop in the future to doing management accounts.

This is going to be part of a team of 5 and report in to the Head of Finance. The business offer study support and a really supportive team that will offer a nurturing environment for the person. The right person will have drive and ambition and a desire to become a management accountant within this business. Duties:
Raise invoices and credit notes Produce premium collection reports Process and record refunds Collate and distribute broker commission statements Clear triage queries Reply to premium receipt queries Respond to client/broker queries Assist with credit control Assist with weekly direct debit collection file and upload to BACS system Assist with recording BACS receipts on Salesforce Assist with direct debit failures Produce analysis to aid clients’ P11D calculations Recommend and implement process & procedure improvements to make sure everything is running in an efficient and timely manner Adherence to compliance processes and regulatory requirements including but not limited to the identification and support of vulnerable customers Have a basic knowledge of other departments’ processes Undertake general office duties from time to time when required Person Spec:
Strong numerical ability and attention to detail Good knowledge of MS Excel Highly methodical and process-orientated Organisational skills; managing and prioritising multiple tasks Ability to build rapport and maintain successful relationships Ability to respond well under pressure and deadlines Empathetic; able to identify, understand and respond to different views Listening and responding effectively Use of concise, clear and appropriate language Work well as part of a team as well as being able to use own initiative Excellent verbal and written communication skills