Assistant Finance Manager

Major Recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established design-related company is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager in Accrington. The role involves managing online banking, performing bank reconciliations, and assisting with various financial operations. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified CIMA or equivalent, with at least 2 years in similar roles. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills are essential. Join a friendly team that values precision and teamwork, with a salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000- plus excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Challenging parking tickets and taking telephone payments.

Responsibilities

• Manage online banking and BACS payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations in Dollar and Euro.
• Assist with VAT returns and month-end processes.

Skills

Part-qualified CIMA (or equivalent)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong time management

Excellent communication

Commercial awareness

Education

AAT level 3 or 4

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Finance Manager

Location: Accrington, Lancashire

About the company: An established design-related company

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience) plus excellent benefits and progression.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9‑5 or 9:30‑5:30 (37.5 hours per week), 5 days in the office with flexibility.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to support the Finance Manager and contribute to the smooth running of the financial operations. You'll be part of a small, friendly team working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and efficiency are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage online banking and BACS payments to UK suppliers and for expenses
• Perform bank reconciliations in Dollar and Euro
• Process foreign payments via Telebanking and maintain the system
• Handle petty cash and banking receipts
• Complete reports for the Office of National Statistics
• Challenge parking tickets and take telephone payments
• Process private mileage and expenses
• Respond to customer enquiries professionally
• Prepare payroll journals, manage fixed assets and prepayments
• Assist with VAT returns, month‑end processes, and other ad hoc duties

Skills & Experience

• Part‑qualified CIMA (or equivalent) e.g. AAT level 3 or 4 or working towards qualification
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar finance role, preferably in a medium or large sized company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Sage 200 or similar systems preferred
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem‑solving

If you're enthusiastic, hardworking, and ready to take the next step in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a company that values precision, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Ref: INDSR