Grosvenor
Job title:
Finance Assistant
Company
Grosvenor
Job description
Job Title – Finance AssistantContract Type – Fixed TermWorking hours – Full-time, hybrid workingLocation – Eaton Estate, ChesterMain purpose of roleWe are a values-led organisation which represents the Grosvenor family and shares a common purpose – to deliver lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit – addressing today’s needs while taking responsibility for those of future generations.As part of the finance team you will support Grosvenor’s common purpose by:Providing exceptional financial serviceCreating valueBeing a trusted partnerAs Finance Assistant you will be focussing on cash movements, reconciliations, and recharges to other entities.Key responsibilitiesCash Management and FundingProcessing high volumes of receipts for rent, council tax refunds and other income.Preparation and posting of journals including cashbooks, recharges to other entitiesPreparation and processing of ad-hoc payments.Weekly banking of cheques.Daily bank balance review.Financial ReportingApproval of invoices and other payments on a daily basis.Approval of rental property change requests e.g. new lettings and deposit refunds.Creation of sales invoices from the property management system and reviewing sales processes.Perform monthly reconciliations for review, such as cash at bank, debtors and creditors.Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly management accounts, budgets and forecasts to predetermined timetables and to a high degree of accuracy.Leadership and TeamworkProvide frequent assistance to colleagues e.g. surveyors, trades people, hoteliers, PAs and foresters in the Rural Estates operational teams, as well as other non-finance departments.Action problems and issues as they occur; escalating to senior management if and when necessary.Participate in team meetings and ensure information is disseminated promptly to and from staff.Engaging with internal and external stakeholders and advisors in a professional manner.Financial Control, Systems and Risk ManagementManaging risk at the Grosvenor Family Office through adhering to internal processes and controls.Proactively contributing to the continuous improvement of Finance team processes by identifying and highlighting improvement options.Using Microsoft applications, along with the Grosvenor accounting, tax and other management systems.Projects and StrategyUndertake ad-hoc project work as required.To actively acquire a broad knowledge of rural estate operations inc. strategic objectives.Qualifications and experience requiredBook-keeping and Accounts payable experienceHave good academic background with three good A’ levels (or equivalent)Be proficient in the use of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and ExcelHold a full driving licenceTo apply for this job please click on “Apply”.
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Expected salary
Location
Chester – Eccleston, Cheshire
Job date
Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:59:42 GMT
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