Finance Operations Assistant

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale.  We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson.  We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

• Support Finance Operations team
• Continuous improvement of Finance Operations systems
• Post and reconcile bank transactions ensuring accurate coding
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in the ERP system
• Respond promptly to vendor and internal business user inquiries and resolve payment-related issues
• Contribute to KPI information on Finance Operations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and accruals
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and Finance team effectiveness
• Support financial system upgrades, notably in system testing and engaging with business end user

Person specification

• 1 to 3 years experience in Finance Operations, currently studying or actively wanting to do so
• Ability and willingness to quickly absorb new information and work in a changing environment
• A good business partner with a high level of interpersonal skills who can interact with and earn the confidence and trust of a wide range of stakeholders
• Up to date, working understanding of accounting principles
• Excellent communication skills, including experience creating reports and presenting financial information clearly and simply
• Willingness to constructively challenge and improve processes
• Be organised, enthusiastic and committed to meeting deadlines

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance;
• Pension scheme;
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn);
• Cycle to work scheme;
• Free annual flu jab;
• Free eye test;
• Employee Assistant Programme;
• Access to product discounts;
• Organised social events;
• Free parking.