Finance Assistant

THE COMPANY

"Always On" - We are at the heart of a diverse and interdependent global maritime eco-system, combining advanced analysis, digital innovation, and responsive offshore capability to configure a suite of services that prepare, support, and respond to crews and vessels navigating complex environments – For Every Seafarer, Every Vessel, Everywhere.

Since 2010, our success has been driven by the dedication and passion of our people. Our teams bring together individuals with varied skills, perspectives, and experiences, all united by a shared commitment to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Through tailored development programs, we empower our team members to pursue what truly matters to them, guiding their careers in a way that aligns with their personal goals and ambitions.

The Role

↘ We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance & Systems Assistant on a 6-month fixed-term contract to support both the Financial Reporting & Tax Manager and the Finance Systems Project Manager.

↘ This role will play a critical part in preparing the finance function for the implementation of a new finance system, with a primary focus on data cleansing, validation and migration support. In addition, the successful candidate will provide hands-on assistance during month-end close, year-end reporting and external audit activities, helping improve efficiency and reduce reporting timelines.

↘ This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to gain exposure to financial reporting, systems implementation, data management and audit processes.

Responsibilities

Finance Systems & Data Cleansing

↘ Support the finance system replacement project by reviewing, cleansing, validating and standardising finance master data.

↘ Review customer, supplier, nominal ledger and other finance records to identify duplications, inconsistencies and inaccuracies.

↘ Assist with data mapping exercises between existing and new finance systems.

↘ Support testing activities including User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and document results.

↘ Prepare data reports and reconciliation schedules to support migration activities.

↘ Assist with documenting finance processes and system procedures.

Month-End Close Support

↘ Assist the finance team with month-end reconciliation processes.

↘ Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.

↘ Process journals and maintain accurate financial records under supervision.

↘ Assist in analysis of financial data and preparation of management reporting packs.

↘ Support the completion of month-end tasks to help reduce close timelines.

Year-End & Audit Support

↘ Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.

↘ Assist in responding to auditor information requests.

↘ Support year-end account preparation and statutory reporting activities.

↘ Maintain organised electronic audit files and documentation.

↘ Assist with reconciliations and evidence gathering for audit testing.

Qualifications and skills

↘ AAT qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA desirable.

↘ Experience in finance, accounting or finance administration.

↘ Strong Excel skills including lookups, pivot tables and data manipulation.

↘ Experience working with large datasets and reconciliations desirable.

↘ Highly analytical with strong attention to detail.

↘ Strong communication and organisational skills.

↘ Able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.

↘ Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.

↘ Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Terms and conditions

↘ Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum (pro rata), based on a full-time equivalent salary, for a 6-month fixed-term contract.

↘ Annual Leave: 25 days per annum plus public holidays

↘ Working hours: 08:30am to 17:30pm Monday to Friday

↘ Job type: Full-time, 6-month contract

Benefits: Referral Bonus, Eye Care, Discount Card, Techscheme, Cyclescheme, Discounted Gym Membership, Wellness & Fitness, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension, Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay. And much more!

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person