Job Title:
Finance Analyst (Assistant Accountant) Type:
Hybrid - Expectation to work from HO in Northampton each week Hours:
Part Time / up to 22.5 hour per week / Monday to Friday Salary:
£DOE Purpose of Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Finance Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a variety of accounting and financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in operations. The Finance Analyst will work closely with other team members to support day-to-day accounting activities and month-end processes. Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Maintain and organise the
Accounts Payable (AP)
and
Accounts Receivable (AR)
transactions. Record and reconcile
Expense Journals
with accuracy. Prepare and monitor
Accruals
and
Prepayments
journals and releases. Perform monthly
Bank Reconciliations
to ensure accuracy. Maintain the
Payroll File
and process
Payroll Journals
accurately. Perform
Balance Sheet Reconciliations , ensuring all accounts are reconciled and supported with proper documentation. Review and verify
Profit & Loss (P&L) statements
for accuracy. Responsible for:
Timely and accurate posting of accounting transactions. Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations. Identification of risks and opportunities. Supporting with the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting where necessary. Perform ad-hoc analysis as required. Explain complex financial information to Non-Finance Staff and support them with finance-based queries. Collaborate and communicate with other Finance Departments. Work effectively with different parts of the organisation to achieve common goals. Keep up to date with organisational changes, financial regulations, and the marketplace. Respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality. Interact with Internal and External Auditors. Experience Desirable:
Experience in Month-end Accounting. Balance Sheet experience. Experience in forecasting and budgeting. Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Qualifications:
Part Qualified or Qualified (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA). Will consider QBE with relevant experience. Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert. We look forward to receiving your application! If you experience any problems, please email
europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com
and we will be happy to help.
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Finance Analyst (Assistant Accountant) Type:
Hybrid - Expectation to work from HO in Northampton each week Hours:
Part Time / up to 22.5 hour per week / Monday to Friday Salary:
£DOE Purpose of Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Finance Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a variety of accounting and financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in operations. The Finance Analyst will work closely with other team members to support day-to-day accounting activities and month-end processes. Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Maintain and organise the
Accounts Payable (AP)
and
Accounts Receivable (AR)
transactions. Record and reconcile
Expense Journals
with accuracy. Prepare and monitor
Accruals
and
Prepayments
journals and releases. Perform monthly
Bank Reconciliations
to ensure accuracy. Maintain the
Payroll File
and process
Payroll Journals
accurately. Perform
Balance Sheet Reconciliations , ensuring all accounts are reconciled and supported with proper documentation. Review and verify
Profit & Loss (P&L) statements
for accuracy. Responsible for:
Timely and accurate posting of accounting transactions. Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations. Identification of risks and opportunities. Supporting with the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting where necessary. Perform ad-hoc analysis as required. Explain complex financial information to Non-Finance Staff and support them with finance-based queries. Collaborate and communicate with other Finance Departments. Work effectively with different parts of the organisation to achieve common goals. Keep up to date with organisational changes, financial regulations, and the marketplace. Respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality. Interact with Internal and External Auditors. Experience Desirable:
Experience in Month-end Accounting. Balance Sheet experience. Experience in forecasting and budgeting. Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Qualifications:
Part Qualified or Qualified (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA). Will consider QBE with relevant experience. Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert. We look forward to receiving your application! If you experience any problems, please email
europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com
and we will be happy to help.
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