Finance Assistant

Michael Page; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their thriving team in Leicester. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £31,000, along with 25 days of annual leave and opportunities for professional development. The successful candidate will manage employee expenses, assist with credit control, and support audit processes. Ideal for those with experience in transactional finance and strong organizational skills, this permanent position promises career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in transactional finance.
• Strong detail orientation and accuracy in data handling.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily employee expenses.
• Assist with credit control and resolve customer disputes.
• Support audit processes with the Financial Reporting Manager.
• Collaborate on month-end reporting.
• Drive improvements to finance-related processes.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Experience in a busy finance function

Proficiency in financial software

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Teamwork ability

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a thriving manufacturing business. If you have experience working in transactional finance, and are an AAT studier and are looking for progression this will be an ideal next role.

Client Details

My client is a well-established Manufacturing business and a global leader in their field.

Description

The Finance Assistant's duties will include but are not limited to :

• Manage daily employee expenses.
• Assist with credit control and help resolve customer disputes with both local and global finace teams.
• Support the Financial Reporting Manager with audit processes.
• Collaborate on month-end reporting to ensure deadlines are met.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and drive improvements to finance-related business processes.
• Respond positively to changing priorities and provide assistance when required.
• Utilise company systems effectively to complete tasks accurately and on time.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have :

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Prior experience working in a busy finance function.
• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data handling.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a team in a professional setting.

Job Offer

Competitive salary up to £31,000.

A permanent position.

25 days annual leave increasing with years of service.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

A supportive and collaborative working environment in Leicester.

Other voluntary benefits.