Finance Administration Assistant

Overall Purpose of the Role:

Due to continued expansion Aptus Utilities is seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Financial Administration Assistant to provide support to the Finance Department and/or Manager. Duties will be varied and challenging. Previous experience is desirable however, full training will be provided. More important is attention to detail, an efficient and methodical approach with a flexible attitude.

What you will be doing:

• Form part of a team with the financial administration staff
• Process orders from Project Managers, following the approved order process procedures
• Process invoices following approved procedures
• Processing weekly payments when required
• Complete month end transfers via Sage Job Costing
• Carry out supplier statement reconciliations
• Assist in the set-up of new suppliers and sub-contractors
• Holiday cover posting subcontractor invoices
• Holiday cover for Cash allocation
• Ad hoc analysis and duties as directed by the team manager
• Any other finance duties as required

What we ask from you:

• Good reading, writing, and arithmetic skills – GCSE grade 5-9 or equivalent in Maths and English
• Working knowledge of computerised accounts system
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel – Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills
• Good telephone manner
• Ability to work within timescales and to deadlines
• Efficient and methodical approach to time and task management
• Knowledge of Sage Accounts 200 or similar accounting package
• Knowledge of Sage Job Costing or knowledge of contract costing

What we can offer in return

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Location: Aptus House, Unit 19-20 Barrs Fold Road, Wingates Industrial Estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP.

What’s next?

Please send your CV and contact details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face.