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Financial Assistant – SOX, Internal Audit Support
Group Lotus. Maintain the accuracy of the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining fixed asset registers, conducting internal control tests, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations such as SOX. Proficient in financial documentation and reconciliation processes, with strong organizational and communication skills.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Fixed Asset ManagementInternal Control TestingSOX ComplianceAAT QualificationSAP Experience
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Records ManagementFixed Asset ReconciliationAudit ProceduresFinancial Documentation
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProactive LearningCollaborative Work
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelSAP
Certifications & Qualifications
AAT Qualification
Industry Keywords
Financial ControlsInternal AuditExternal AuditManufacturing EnvironmentAccountancy Practice
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Maintain the accuracy of the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation
- Support monthly fixed asset reconciliations and investigate discrepancies between the asset register and general ledger
- Review supporting documentation for fixed asset transactions and verify records and approvals
- Assist with physical asset verification exercises and follow up on differences
- Support implementation and ongoing testing of internal financial controls, including SOX compliance
- Conduct sample-based internal control tests and audit checks
- Collect, organise and maintain evidence for internal and external audits
- Document financial processes, control procedures and testing results
- Track audit findings and assist with corrective actions
- Liaise with Finance and other departments to obtain information and resolve queries
- Provide general accounting and administrative support to the Group Finance team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous experience in an accounting, finance or related administrative role
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial records
- Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
- Good organisational skills, with ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Good communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively
- Proactive approach to learning and following established processes
- Previous exposure to internal or external audit, financial controls or compliance activities (desirable)
- Experience maintaining or reconciling fixed asset records (desirable)
- AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT (desirable)
- Experience using SAP or a similar accounting system (desirable)
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment or accountancy practice (desirable)
- Previous audit or SOX experience (desirable)
- Must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
Benefits
Comp & perks- Six-month fixed-term contract
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Opportunities to gain practical experience in financial accounting, internal controls and audit compliance
- Support and guidance from experienced finance professionals
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
- On-site attendance as appropriate