Finance Assistant

Location: Chesterfield

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring to life our ambition of Ecological Transformation.

Here at Veolia we work alongside our communities, look after the environment and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• One paid day of leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

You should be thorough, accurate, and honest with good bookkeeping skills.

The responsibilities will also include:

• Performing office tasks, such as filing, data entry, answering phones, processing the mail, Handling communications with clients and vendors via phone, email.
• Processing Purchase Ledger transactions, updating ledgers.
• Processing, monitoring, reporting and controlling timesheets, expenses and credit card receipts.
• Processing and issuing Sales Invoices.
• Preparing financial reports.
• Providing support to the Finance Manager as and when required.
• Assisting with audits and resolving discrepancies.

This role is being offered as a 6 month fixed term contract.

What we're looking for:

• Comprehensive understanding of accounting systems and the interaction of ledgers
• Experience working within an accounts department and using software, such as MS Excel and Sage
• Strong attention to detail, with a professional manner and a strong ethical code.
• Experience in working in a busy and time-pressured environment
• Exceptional time management and verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to multitask, remaining motivated and positive.
• AAT qualified or equivalent.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.