Finance Assistant

Vistry Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Assistant, where you will play a vital role in processing supplier invoices and credit notes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment, ensuring compliance with invoicing guidelines while honing your skills in data accuracy and communication. With a commitment to integrity, caring, and quality, this role not only provides a competitive salary but also a range of benefits, including generous leave and private medical insurance. Be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual bonus

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced leave policies

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance

Share incentive schemes

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Accuracy in data input and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and chase missing invoices.
• Resolve supplier invoice queries promptly.

Skills

Data Input Accuracy

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

COINS system

Job description

We have a new opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join our team within Vistry Cotswolds, at our Bishops Cleeve office in Cheltenham. As our Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with invoicing guidelines and relevant orders.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee-paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

What we would like from you...

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English
• Accuracy in data input and ability to follow procedures, policies, and statutory requirements
• Ability to liaise professionally with suppliers and internal teams
• Follow up on queries and resolve them promptly
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Proactive problem identification and resolution
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Preferred but not essential knowledge of COINS system
• Flexible working approach and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team player with high accuracy and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work extra hours when needed
• Excellent analytical skills and organisation

More about the Finance Assistant role...

• Receive and process invoices/credit notes electronically
• Check and accurately enter supplier invoices, ensuring correct VAT treatment
• Follow authorization procedures for invoices
• Ensure timely processing of invoices for payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and chase missing invoices
• Resolve supplier invoice queries promptly
• Support with the Purchase Ledger mailbox and prioritize urgent matters
• Assist with preparing payment runs for Purchase and Subcontract Ledgers

Our ethos

We build more than homes; we’re making Vistry. We are committed to responsible development and being an award-winning employer, living by our values of integrity, caring, and quality. We develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing, working in partnership with our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. As a member of the UK Green Building Council and a top housebuilder, we are proud of our awards and reputation. Join us in making Vistry a better place to work and live.