Senior Financial Operations Assistant - 12 Month FTC

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end sales ledger process, including timely invoice generation, receivables maintenance, and resolving customer and sponsor queries
• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records, including allocations, ageing analysis, and account setup
• Perform daily bank reconciliations, cashbook postings, and monitor the Group’s cash position
• Support accounts payable processes, including reviewing ad-hoc payments and preparing payment runs
• Oversee credit card and expense processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement 
• Lead on process improvement initiatives, identifying efficiencies and enhancing financial controls
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and treasury/accrual-related entries
• Provide training and guidance to the wider business on financial processes and best practices
• Manage and develop the Financial Operations Assistant, including workload allocation, performance tracking, and mentoring

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience in purchase and sales ledger operations, ideally within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. 
• Strong understanding of financial operations best practices, including P2P and O2C processes. 
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively under pressure. 
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills. 
• High level of numeracy and attention to detail, with strong accuracy. 
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. 
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making ability. 
• Ability to work independently and lead others, fostering development within a team.