Finance Analyst & Bookkeeper

Streamline Search; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical technology manufacturer in Maidenhead is seeking a Finance Analyst & Bookkeeper to support the Finance Director. This hands-on position involves daily bookkeeping, managing accounts payable/receivable, and supporting month-end reporting. Ideal candidates have experience in similar roles and strong skills in Xero and Excel. The role offers competitive salary and growth opportunities within a high-demand MedTech market.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Strong progression opportunities

Close mentorship from Finance Director

Training and development support

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience as a Finance Analyst, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, or Finance Officer is essential.
• You should be proficient with Xero and have advanced skills in Excel.
• Knowledge of Power BI is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations and maintaining ledgers.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Support the Finance Director with month-end tasks.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Strong proficiency with Xero

Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of Power BI

Understanding of payroll processes

Strong accuracy and attention to detail

Comfortable in a hands-on finance environment

Tools

Xero

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Description - Finance Analyst & Bookkeeper

Location: Maidenhead

Salary: 35,000 - 40,000

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-18:00 (1-hour lunch)

Start Date: January

Reporting to: Finance Director

About Our Client

Our client is a small but rapidly expanding Medical Technology (MedTech) manufacturer operating within a specialist niche market. Due to continued growth and increased demand for their innovative products, they are seeking a hands-on Finance Analyst & Bookkeeper to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within a scaling business and gain broad exposure across finance while working closely with an experienced Finance Director.

Role Overview

This is a varied and hands-on finance position, ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in all aspects of finance bookkeeping, reporting, analysis, and operational finance tasks.

The successful candidate will support the Finance Director in daily finance activities, month-end reporting, and system improvements. Given our client's expansion in a highly specialised sector, this role offers strong long-term career development and the chance to play an integral part in shaping the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations, journal postings, and maintaining ledgers.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely transactions.
• Handle payment runs, supplier onboarding, and approval workflows.
• Process staff expenses and manage company credit cards.
• Support the Finance Director with month-end tasks, including accruals, prepayments, and balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing management accounts, KPIs, and monthly reporting packs.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Support process and control improvements as the organisation scales.
• Coordinate monthly payroll with the outsourced provider, ensuring all changes are communicated accurately.
• Liaise with outsourced accountants on VAT submissions and statutory compliance.
• Maintain accurate audit and regulatory documentation, including MedTech-related compliance where applicable.
• Maintain and update the company's finance system (Xero).
• Produce financial reports and analysis using Excel and Power BI.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a similar role: Finance Analyst, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, or Finance Officer.
• Strong proficiency with Xero and advanced Excel skills.
• Power BI knowledge (advantageous).
• Understanding of payroll processes (outsourced payroll experience accepted).
• Strong accuracy, organisation skills, and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a small, hands-on finance environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ( 35,000- 45,000)
• Strong progression opportunities as the business expands
• Close mentorship from an experienced Finance Director
• Exposure to a niche, high-growth MedTech market
• Training and development support
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

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