MRD Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Senior Finance Assistant (Part qualified ACCA/CIMA/AAT) on 1 Year Fixed Term Contract, for our Retail client. My client is a global leader in their respective field. The Senior Finance Assistant (FTC) is a full-time maternity cover, based in Livingston. The successful candidate will support the Finance Manager in managing daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and in a timely manner. Bank Reconciliation: Perform weekly bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are recorded correctly. Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports. Data Entry: Maintain accurate financial records and update internal spreadsheets. Expense Management: Monitor and manage company expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies. (Personal Expenses and Company Credit Cards) Vat Return: Processing of Monthly / quarterly VAT returns (UK, Belgium and Netherlands) Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Ensure that all Balance Sheet G/L's are reconciled and post any month end journals Fixed Assets: Maintain Fixed Assets register including calculation of monthly depreciation charges Budget Assistance: Support the Finance Manager in budget preparation and monitoring. Audit Support: Assist in external audits by providing necessary documentation and information. General Administrative Support: Perform other administrative tasks as required by the finance department. Knowledge, Skills & Experiences Essential: Part qualified ACCA/CIMA/AAT Minimum of 2 - 3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role Knowledge of using an ERP system (Preferably Navision but not essential) Strong understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Competent in the use of relevant Microsoft Office packages especially Excel Good communication skills and excellent attention to detail with high levels of accuracy Desirable: Experience of accounting practices in EU countries in particular Belgium and Netherlands Experience of producing Management Accounts Experience in dealing with multi currencies