Finance & Accounts Officer At The Dew Centre
full-time
Key Responsibilities
Record and maintain accurate records of receipts, payments, expenses, invoices and other financial transactions.
Maintain up-to-date financial records for individual projects, including project income, expenditure, client invoices, consultant and supplier payments and reimbursable expenses.
Maintain an invoice and receivables tracker showing invoices due to be raised, invoices issued, payment due dates, amounts received and outstanding balances.
Prepare client invoices promptly in accordance with agreed fees, project milestones and management instructions, and ensure approved invoices are issued and properly recorded.
Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue payments and escalate delayed or outstanding amounts to management.
Maintain supplier and consultant accounts, outstanding payment schedules and accounts payable records.
Prepare payment requests and supporting documentation in accordance with the Company's payment and approval procedures.
Ensure that all transactions are supported by complete and properly organised documentation.
Perform regular bank, cash and ledger reconciliations and promptly identify and report discrepancies.
Maintain an organised digital filing system for invoices, receipts, payment approvals, statements and other financial records.
Prepare weekly summaries of receivables, payables, upcoming payment obligations and other matters requiring management attention.
Support month-end close by ensuring that records, reconciliations and supporting documentation are complete and submitted on time.
Liaise with the Company's external accountants and provide information and documentation required for monthly accounts, tax compliance, payroll, financial reporting and annual accounts.
Assist management with financial schedules, project cost summaries, cash-flow information and other reports as required.
Identify and promptly escalate missing documentation, overdue invoices, unusual transactions, discrepancies or other financial control issues.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
ATS, ACA or other relevant professional qualification, completed or in progress, is an advantage.
Minimum of 2 years' relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience. Experience within a professional services, consulting, construction, interior design or other project-based business is an advantage.
Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable and reconciliations.
Experience handling high volume transactions
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
Ability to follow established processes, work to deadlines and proactively follow up on outstanding items.
Ability to identify discrepancies and escalate issues promptly.
High level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.