Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Colchester

Salary: 28-30K per annum

Hours: Full Time – Monday - Friday

Nolan Recruitment are recruiting a diligent and organised Finance Assistant to support all aspects of the Finance and Accounts function for their client based in Colchester. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this role plays a key part in ensuring the smooth and accurate operation of day-to-day financial activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing supplier invoices and reconciling supplier statements on a monthly basis
• Preparing and completing supplier payment runs
• Processing intercompany payments
• Processing and issuing sales invoices to customers
• Maintaining the sales ledger and supporting credit control activities
• Assisting with debt collection and responding to customer queries
• Processing monthly expenses in line with company policies
• Liaising with internal teams to support finance operations
• Communicating with customers and suppliers as required
• Monitoring departmental and individual KPIs and reporting where required
• Assisting with month-end and ledger close processes
• Undertaking any other duties necessary to support the finance function and wider business

Essential Skills & Experience

• AAT qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail
• Good understanding of financial and accounting procedures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the  team
• Flexibility and willingness to support across a wider range of duties when required
• Good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and accounting systems
• Confident and professional communication skills, including telephone contact with senior stakeholders
• A friendly, polite, and professional manner

Benefits:

• Flexible working options to help balance work and life.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and career progression.
• Collaborative team environment with supportive colleagues.
• Employee wellbeing focus, including regular team activities and a positive working culture.

If you have experience working in a similar role we would love to hear from you.  

Please apply today.