Chetwood Bank
Finance Operations Assistant
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Finance Operations Assistant
We’re a UK-based digital bank dedicated to getting the basics right and offering straightforward savings and mortgages.
Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, the Finance Operations Assistant will provide processing and administrative support to the Finance function of the Bank. You will support with a broad range of finance activities including bank reconciliations, invoice processing, accounting administration, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals to develop your accounting knowledge and gain practical experience within a regulated financial services environment.
Key Responsibilities Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items under supervision. Assist in maintaining accurate records of cash movements and business account balances. Support the investigation and resolution of unreconciled transactions and suspense account items. Process supplier invoices and assist with supplier statement reconciliations. Assist with the processing of operational payments and customer returns. Support the preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation. Assist with month-end close activities and routine accounting processes. Help monitor and maintain finance operational controls and procedures. Support the Finance team in responding to audit requests and information requirements. Assist with the preparation of management information and reporting where required. Develop an understanding of the end-to-end finance processes across the Bank and provide support to colleagues as required. Study towards and successfully complete the AAT qualification. Develop an understanding of accounting principles, financial controls and regulatory requirements. Participate in training and development activities to build technical and professional skills.
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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Essential GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent). A-levels, BTEC or equivalent qualification. Commitment to studying towards an AAT qualification.
Desirable Previous finance, administration or office-based work experience. AAT studies already commenced. Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Strong organisational and time management skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work accurately and methodically. Willingness to learn and develop new skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Basic understanding of accounting principles. Experience of working with financial systems. Experience in a regulated or professional services environment.
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Job Benefits Competitive salary 25 days holiday PLUS your BIRTHDAY off Pension contribution with Royal London Life Assurance Private medical, dental and optical health insurance with Axa Hybrid working Free breakfast available
Data Protection We anticipate that we will retain your data as part of the recruitment process for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected unless we have sought your consent to keep your data for future suitable job vacancies.
Cifas The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by [https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn].
Chetwood Bank does not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from Recruitment Agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will be treated as the property of Chetwood Bank and Terms & Conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be considered null and void.
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