Finance Assistant

Nxtgen Recruitment; Blofield Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Assistant to join a prestigious business in Blofield Heath, UK. This role offers a unique opportunity for candidates studying or recently completing their AAT qualification. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing journals, and supporting the finance team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and eager for career growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently completed AAT qualification.
• Strong understanding of financial processes like reconciliations and journals.
• Proficient in Excel and confident with data handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of P&L and Balance Sheet in ERP system.
• Maintain financial control and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare weekly journals and liaise with internal teams for accuracy.
• Reconcile balances and support year-end processes.

Skills

AAT qualification

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Recent AAT studies or completion

Job description

NXTGEN are pleased to be working in exclusive partnership with one of Norfolk's most prestigious businesses to recruit a Finance Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who is currently studying AAT or has recently completed AAT, and who wants to join a business that truly values the development and progression of its people.

The Finance Assistant role sits within a high-performing finance team, in a business renowned for its progressive culture and commitment to internal growth. The success stories of individuals joining in this position and moving through the ranks are exceptional, this is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term finance career with one of the region's leading employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate reflection of P&L, Balance Sheet and transactions within the accounting ERP system.
• Maintain effective financial control and compliance in line with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Prepare weekly journals, liaising with internal teams to ensure accuracy.
• Capitalise assets in line with corporate guidelines and run periodic depreciation.
• Reconcile balances and investigate variances to maintain accurate records.
• Support period-end and year-end processes through journal preparation and year-end schedules.
• Provide assistance to the Finance Lead and wider Finance team, including data compilation, analysis, and journal posting.
• Review GRNI periodically and support with relevant accounting adjustments.

Requirements

To be successful in this Finance Assistant role, you will be actively studying or have recently completed your AAT qualification, with a strong understanding of core financial processes such as reconciliations, journals, and goods receipts. You'll have solid IT skills, particularly in Excel, and will be confident working with data and systems. Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to organise and prioritise effectively are all key. Above all, you'll be driven, eager to develop, and ready to make a real contribution as part of a collaborative and supportive finance team.

Opportunity

This Finance Assistant opportunity offers the perfect blend of responsibility, study support, and genuine career progression. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking employer where you can grow both personally and professionally, we'd love to hear from you.