Finance Assistant, Sr Associate - Shift4

We are looking for a Finance Assistant, Sr. Associate to support day-to-day financial operations, including AP/AR, reconciliations, reporting, and audit compliance. Based in Nottingham on a hybrid schedule, this role will assist with month-end close, budgeting, and financial planning, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of core finance processes.

Responsibilities:

• Process and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate entries in accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks).
• Assist with accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) tracking and reporting.
• Monitor vendor payments and resolve discrepancies or issues.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare financial statements, budget summaries, and variance reports.
• Assist in cash flow forecasting and financial planning tasks.
• Compile and maintain documentation for audits and internal reviews.
• Coordinate departmental budget submissions and consolidate company-wide budgets.
• Track actuals against forecasts and flag variances for investigation.
• Support financial modeling and scenario planning as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist with documentation for SOX, tax filings, and other audits.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure financial alignment.
• Provide ad hoc support on finance-related projects and initiatives.
• Must be able to work onsite in Nottingham on a hybrid basis.
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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (required).
• CPA or equivalent certification (preferred but not required).
• 3–5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or bookkeeping roles.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced corporate or SaaS environment is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, formulas).
• Experience with accounting/ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.