End-to-End Finance Assistant – 12-Month Maternity Cover

Axon Moore; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services company is seeking a Finance Assistant for a 12-month maternity cover role in Manchester. The position requires AAT Level 3 qualification and involves supporting month-end processes, coordinating with service providers, and managing finance administration tasks. Candidates should be proactive self-starters with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and benefits include private healthcare, generous holiday entitlement, and a lively working atmosphere.

Benefits

Private healthcare

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Profit share bonus

Free on-site gym

Pension provided by the People’s Pension

Enhanced maternity / paternity

Cycle to Work Scheme

Charity days

Lively working environment

Dog friendly office

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 qualified.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience in hands-on finance roles.

Responsibilities

• Critical contributor to month-end close including closing journals.
• Coordinate with outsourced service providers for reports.
• Support sales invoicing and credit control for subsidiaries.
• Manage finance administration tasks including filing.
• Assist in improving financial software usage.
• Own the weekly invoicing process.
• Conduct fortnightly supplier payment runs.
• Support VAT return preparation with accurate data.
• Assist payroll inputs and staff expense claims.
• Help in transitioning finance software.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive self-starter

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

AAT Level 3 qualification

Job description

A dynamic financial services company is seeking a Finance Assistant for a 12-month maternity cover role in Manchester. The position requires AAT Level 3 qualification and involves supporting month-end processes, coordinating with service providers, and managing finance administration tasks. Candidates should be proactive self-starters with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and benefits include private healthcare, generous holiday entitlement, and a lively working atmosphere.