Finance Assistant

Anderson Scott Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A Birmingham-based manufacturing client is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to support its finance department. You will manage accounts, administer invoicing, and assist with HR tasks. The ideal candidate has experience in accounts administration and is proficient in accounting software. Benefits include on-site canteen, company events, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

On-site canteen facilities

Regular company events and team activities

Company pension scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Staff discounts

Free on-site parking

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in an accounting role (essential).
• Minimum 1 year in an administrative role or similar (essential).

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts line, handling queries efficiently.
• Administer invoicing, including coding within the SAP system.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Process and verify invoices ensuring compliance.

Skills

Accounts administration experience

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong IT and Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Assistant

Birmingham

26,000 - 28,000

Our Birmingham-based manufacturing client is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to support its finance department. Reporting to the Finance/HR Manager, you will provide essential finance-focused administrative support. The ideal candidate will have experience with accounting software and previous exposure to areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, or general finance.

Finance Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounts line, handling queries efficiently and professionally
• Administer invoicing, including accurate coding within the SAP system
• Process and verify invoices, ensuring all details are correct and compliant
• Oversee the invoice lifecycle and maintain accurate records throughout the month
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly
• Process incoming payments via the virtual terminal and ensure accurate posting
• Issue monthly statements at month-end, including initial credit control correspondence
• Provide support with weekly payroll processing
• Assist with HR administration tasks as required

Finance Assistant Key Skills:

• Proven experience in accounts administration

• Proficient in accounting software with strong IT and Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
• Strong organisational and workload management abilities

• Minimum 1 year in an accounting role (essential)
• Minimum 1 year in an administrative role or similar (essential)

Benefits

• On-site canteen facilities
• Regular company events and team activities
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work programme
• Staff discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent transport links for easy commuting

To apply for this role please contact Anjna Mahey at Anderson Scott Solutions

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