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Finance Assistant Hybrid

Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Posted 21 days ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Newport, Newport NP20 7AE, Wales

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • The Finance Assistant position is a hybrid role based in Newport, Wales, offering a salary of up to £30,000.
  • Candidates should be fluent in German and have previous experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a shared services environment.
  • Key responsibilities include maintaining financial records, managing travel and expense claims, and supporting month-end financial activities.
  • Strong organisational, communication, and Microsoft Excel skills are essential for success in this role.
  • This opportunity includes benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and participation in global bonus and share schemes.

Finance Assistant - Hybrid - Up to £30,000Location: Newport, WalesType: Hybrid (3 days in office following training period)

*German speaker*

On behalf of our client, a leading organisation with a European Shared Service Centre based in Newport, Yolk Recruitment is searching for a proactive and detail-oriented German Speaking Finance Assistant to join their dynamic finance team.

This hybrid role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced, international environment while putting their German language skills to use in daily operations.

The Role:

As a Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting a variety of financial processes across multiple European entities. Accuracy, organisation, and effective communication in both English and German are key to success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and process financial records including invoices, receipts, and payments

  • Manage travel and expense claims, responding to related queries

  • Handle accounts payable and receivable with precision and timeliness

  • Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies

  • Support month-end and year-end financial close activities

  • Assist in preparing internal financial reports and ensure records are kept up-to-date

  • Work cross-functionally with departments across Europe to support smooth financial operations

  • Contribute to the development and improvement of financial procedures

What We're Looking For:
  • Fluent German speaker (written and verbal)

  • Previous experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally in a shared services setting

  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software

  • Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team

  • A good understanding of accounting principles and best practices

Benefits Include:
  • Salary up to £30,000

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Cash health plan and cycle to work scheme

  • Global bonus and share schemes

  • Life assurance and a comprehensive employee rewards programme

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable and forward-thinking company where your language skills and finance expertise will be truly valued.

Interested?Apply now via Yolk Recruitment to find out more or to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.