Finance Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Ignite Technology provides enterprise software and services across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The focus being on project & portfolio management (PPM), agile, enterprise content management, automation and mainframe software.
With offices in the UK, Czech Republic, KSA, Netherlands and Dubai, our dedicated team provide a breadth of services spanning consultancy, project implementation and support & training.
We are seeking a part time Finance Assistant to cover for maternity leave.
This role will work closely with the Operations Manager to assist primarily with the financial transactions of the company, processing invoices and purchase orders and ensuring all financial documents are correctly filed in our electronic storage system. In addition, you will assist with general admin tasks such as formatting documents and ensuring all commercial documents have been stored with the correct naming convention.
The role will report into the Operations Manager.
Primary Duties would include;
- Manage Client Accounts ensuring accuracy of information held
- Create, send and follow up on Sales invoices ensuring invoices are paid on time
- Receive, validate and post Supplier invoices into the accounting system
- Receive, validate and post employee expenses into the accounting system
- Prepare monthly supplier and employee payment runs
- Bank reconciliation in real time
- Preparation of VAT return
Additionally the role holder will assist with;
- The preparation of management reports (staff utilisation, account profitability, customer activity etc.)
- General office duties
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills and experience;
- Proficient user of Cloud accounting systems
- At least 5 years experience working in a Finance department
- Experience managing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- High level of attention to detail
- Process orientated and driven
- Experience of preparing management reports
In addition, the ideal candidate will bring;
- A passionate, professional attitude at all times
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, take initiative and work proactively with minimal supervision
- The ability to perform to a high standard whilst balancing the priorities and deadlines of multiple concurrent tasks
- Strong relationship building skills
- An analytical approach, with excellent attention to detail
We pride ourselves on taking the development of our people seriously and are pleased to offer;
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- 25 days annual leave (Not including Bank Holidays)
- Employer pension contribution
- Remote working with suitable IT Infrastructure & equipment provided
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 8 months
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Salary: £23,405.00-£25,080.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote
Reference ID: FA 02
Expected start date: 03/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Finance Assistant roles across Ignite Technology (UK) Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,405 - £25,080 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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