Finance Assistant

**_Finance Assistant_

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About us

DCK is one of the world's leading fashion jewellery companies, working with many well-known retailers and high street fashion brands. Some of our hosts include River Island, M&S, Matalan, Next, Tesco and many more!

We are pleased to have a fantastic opportunity available for a Finance Assistant to join DCK in our Billericay office.**

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Job Purpose

To provide accurate and timely support across the Finance function, with responsibility for Head Office expense review, freight and duty spend analysis, accruals, reconciliations and month-end accounting.

The role will initially focus on core transactional responsibilities, with the opportunity to progress into broader areas of management accounting as experience and knowledge develop, in line with the growing demands of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Head Office Expenses

· Review, code and process Head Office expenses in line with company policies.

· Ensure appropriate authorisation, supporting documentation and VAT treatment.

· Investigate discrepancies and support month-end reconciliation and reporting.

Freight & Duty Spend Analysis

· Prepare monthly analysis of freight and duty costs.

· Support month-end accruals and maintain accurate supporting schedules.

Supporting Payroll Administration

· Provide administrative and accounting support to the Payroll Specialist.

· Assist with employee absence and leaver administration.

· Ensure payroll information is accurate, timely and handled confidentially.

Reconciliations & Financial Analysis

· Assist with account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

· Support financial analysis, month-end reporting and preparation of supporting schedules.

· Provide ad hoc accounting and analysis support to the Finance team.

Progression & Development

As experience and knowledge develop, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on additional management accounting responsibilities across the Finance function, responding to the growing demands and requirements of the business.