We are hiring for our client, a well-established professional services firm based in Belfast, who are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in banking transactions and cashiering to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
Key role in the finance team, responsible for day-to-day transactional banking activitiesCompetitive salary with opportunities for professional developmentJoin a supportive finance team in a well-established, professional services firmThe Role: Banking Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date bank account records
- Process, key, and co-authorise electronic payments before cut-off times
- Collaborate with internal teams and branch banking staff to manage transactional funds
- Post client cash, direct debits, and supplier payments accurately to ledgers
- Process and print cheques daily
- Reconcile multiple bank accounts daily
- Manage foreign currency payments and ensure funds are moved between bank accounts as necessary
- Resolve queries with banks, solicitors, clients, and government organisations
Other Duties:
- Manage and organise the general accounts mailbox, actioning emails promptly
- Provide support to other members of the finance team as needed
- Ensure smooth communication between the finance team and other departments
The Person - What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Minimum of 1 years' experience in a busy transactional finance role
- Proven experience in cashiering or bookkeeping, preferably in a regulated or professional services environment
- Experience with computerised accounting software
- Excellent attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and meeting cut-off times
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
The Reward - What's in it for You?
- Permanent, full-time role
- Hybrid - 2 days working from home
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Work within a collaborative, supportive team environment
- Pension scheme and additional employee benefits
Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage
At Hunter Savage, we work closely with top-tier companies in professional services and finance to place high-calibre talent in key support roles. For more information or to apply for this Finance Assistant role, contact Nuala McClinton today for a confidential conversation.
Skills:
finance assistant finance support finance admin
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