Finance and Operations Assistant (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

  Top Selection Ltd (http://www.topselection.co.uk)

  London, England

About Top Selection:

Established in 2000, Top Selection is a unique, innovative wine and spirits company dedicated to globally sourcing from passionate producers who are the driving forces of their respective regions. Purveyors of top quality, original and hard to find wines and spirits across the price spectrum, our clients include the finest restaurants, hotels and retailers, plus a select group of corporate and private clients.

 

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Finance and Operations Assistant to join our dynamic team in London. The successful applicant will fill a key supporting role within our company as part of the Finance and Operations team and will report to the Finance and Administration Manager. This is a multi-faceted, full-time position for a pro-active candidate who wants to contribute to the future shape of our company.  This role includes responsibilities encompassing purchasing, stock management, bookkeeping and sales and marketing support.

 

Responsibilities include:

·         Create Purchase Orders and organise shipping logistics including liaising with Suppliers and transportation companies

·         Stock take and stock reconciliation weekly and monthly

·         Credit control including issuing statements and calling customers

·         Recording cash payments, cash receipts and bank transactions into Sage

·         Set up payments in the banking system

·         Update and maintain monthly cash flow report

·         Produce reports from Sage on stock, sales, etc.

·         Input expenses in Sage including credit card statements and staff expenses

·         Other activities in Sage and our Sales Support System

·         Ad hoc reporting as required

·         Providing proactive support to the team as necessary

 

Qualifications and Experience:

·         Previous experience in a multi-functional professional environment is critical – experience working in sales admin, office management, operations, finance and/or accounting is desirable

·         Educated to GCSE A level

·         Confident at using Excel, Word, Outlook and Powerpoint

·         Ideally have experience using the Sage Accounting Package

 

Competencies:

·         Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to procedures

·         Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

·         Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and good interpersonal skills

·         Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team

·         Self motivated and proactive

·         Good analytical and problem‐solving skills

 

 

Competitive base salary, discretionary bonus, pension plan and private insurance.

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