Finance Assistant

Your new company
A growing and dynamic organisation based in the South West, operating in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. The business is continuing to develop its finance function and offers a supportive team culture with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Your new role
As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the finance function. This is a varied, hands-on position where you will be responsible for transactional finance duties and ensuring the smooth running of core processes.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices and payment requests
• Supporting weekly and monthly payment runs and electronic transfers
• Raising sales invoices and monitoring outstanding receivables
• Following up on overdue payments and resolving customer account queries
• Assisting with month-end processes, including financial reporting support
• Performing bank reconciliations and ensuring ledger accuracy
• Maintaining organised financial records and digital filing systems
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external finance queries

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a finance or administrative role (ideally 1-2 years)
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of numerical accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general office systems
• Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar)
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to join a growing organisation with a supportive team culture
• Exposure to a broad range of finance processes and responsibilities
• A role offering stability, development, and progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A positive working environment with a focus on collaboration and quality

What you need to do now
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