Finance Assistant

SF Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a growing accounts team in Birmingham. This role is perfect for someone eager to enhance their finance experience in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for maintaining the daily cashbook, processing supplier invoices, and managing customer payments using Sage and Dolphin systems. The position offers a full-time contract with the potential for hybrid working after a probation period, allowing you to thrive in a busy finance environment while contributing to the team's success. If you are proactive and enjoy working with numbers, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily cashbook and post journals in Sage.
• Process invoices and manage customer receipts effectively.

Skills

Accounting Procedures

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel Proficiency

Task Prioritization

Tools

Sage

Dolphin

Job description

Finance Assistant required in Solihull, Birmingham. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join a growing accounts team. This role is ideal for someone looking to build on existing finance experience within a supportive and professional environment.

Job Title: Finance Assistant
Location: Solihull, Birmingham Business Park (B37) - Initially site-based, hybrid working available after probation period.
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Job Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain and update the daily cashbook, posting journals into Sage
2. Process supplier invoices and resolve related queries
3. Manage customer receipts and vendor payments in both Sage and Dolphin systems
4. Handle multi-currency payments (GBP, USD, EUR) via online banking platforms
5. Perform month-end reconciliations of supplier and customer statements
6. Process staff expenses and manage associated reconciliations
7. Raise override/rebate invoices using Sage

Skills & Experience Required:

1. Strong understanding of basic accounting procedures and principles
2. Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
3. High level of accuracy and attention to detail
4. Proficient in Excel and general IT systems
5. Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently

Desirable:

1. Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role
2. Proficient in Sage accounting software
3. Experience with Dolphin system (advantageous but not essential)

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy finance environment and is keen to contribute to the success of the team.

Interested? Please apply now for more information.