We are seeking to appoint a Finance Assistant to support our Finance Team.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Finance Assistant will report to the Head of Finance and will be either AAT qualified/part-qualified, or qualified by experience. The role will involve working across both the Cinema (a registered charity) and its trading subsidiary. This role will be based at our premises in Newcastle City Centre.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Process and file supplier invoices
Raise Sales invoices
Preparing supplier payment runs for authorisation
Maintenance of the debtors and creditors ledger
Maintenance of Sales and Purchase ledgers including query resolution and relationship management
Daily cash reconciliation
Assist with month-end procedures
Assist with the monthly management accounts preparation
Assist with budget and forecast preparation
Perform prompt and accurate reconciliations of key control accounts and inter-company accounts
Assist with ad-hoc reporting and other projects as needed
Other tasks and duties as reasonably required

ROLE DIMENSIONS
Title and Reporting Relationships

Key Working Relationships
Head of Finance
Finance Team
Hospitality Team
Events Team
Operations Team
Audience Team
People Coordinator

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria

Knowledge of working with financial software systems
Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance administrative role.
Experience of Microsoft Excel
Understanding of double entry bookkeeping
Basic understanding of VAT

Desirable Criteria
Sage 50 experience would be an advantage
Good IT skills, with an understanding of the importance of data management
AAT qualified/part qualified Accountant, or qualified through demonstrable experience in a relevant role, ideally with experience of charity accounting
A good communicator, both verbally and in writing
A team player with good interpersonal skills
Self-starter and works on own initiative
Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environment whilst providing accurate and timely information to a high standard