Finance Assistant

Location: Rijeka (hybrid 2 days per week)

We are recruiting for a consultancy based in Rijeka who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their growing team.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation. The operations are new in Croatia however the client operates in many other countries such as UK, Spain, Canada, Latin America. This gives the right candidate the opportunity a great opportunity to create a long term career path in Rijeka.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for the efficient management of finance and accounting in Rijeka, Croatia by managing financial records, processing invoices and receipts, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budget planning. Key responsibilities include data entry, management of company treasury and bank accounts, using financial software, ensuring financial accuracy, and collaborating with the finance team. Essential skills for this role are strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, excellent time management, and familiarity with accounting and bookkeeping procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Oversight of all local finance operations
• Establish and enforce proper finance processes, accounting methods, policies and principles
• Monitor and analyse accounting data and produce financial reports or statements
• Coordinate and complete annual audits
• Provide recommendations and regular updates to senior members of the team
• Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions
• Escalate any unusual activity to management which enables a proactive response to potential risks and related losses
• Prepare cash flow and financial statement analysis
• Drive weekly and month end closing process and any request as deem necessary
• Comply with Corporate accounting policies and local GAAP
• Performs other related work as assigned by management

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business/finance or other professional financial qualifications.
• Qualifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA are highly desired.
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant working experience in a finance function in companies with complex reporting practices and with exposure to various reporting systems.
• Knowledge of Dynamics 365 desirable
• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong data analysis
• Excellent communication skill in English
• Experience of working in a shared service centre across a global /large organization will be an added advantage
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams and multi-task
• Highest level of integrity and transparency
• Willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities and willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork.