Finance Assistant

HR Services and Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Finance Assistant to support financial operations in a professional environment. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate should have experience in finance roles and knowledge of Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of c£35k per annum plus benefits and an annual bonus.

Benefits

EAP Perkbox

Opportunities for development

Death in Service x 2

Free parking

Annual Bonus

31 days holiday, increasing with service

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts assistant or finance assistant role.
• Experience in rental, leasing, or automotive finance is desirable.
• Knowledge of payroll support and expense tracking.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations for current and deposit accounts.
• Manage daily bank transfers between deposit and current accounts.
• Record and reconcile asset finance agreements and vehicle purchases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel (formulas)

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage

Syrinx CRM

Job description

Role

Role - FINANCE ASSISTANT - c£35k per annum + Annual Bonus + Benefits

• PERMANENT ROLE
• GROWING BUSINESS
• CLEAN AND PROFESSIONAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• REPORTS TO FINANCE MANAGER / OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Our client is a leader in their field and due to continued growth need a Finance Assistant. This role plays a key part in supporting the company s financial operations. The Finance Assistant will be responsible for tasks such as processing invoices, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. The position also involves using accounting software to input data, produce financial reports, and assist with budgeting and payroll activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, ensure compliance, and provide valuable support to the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations for both current and deposit accounts.
• Monitor and check all asset finance instalments to ensure correct coding and up-to-date records in Sage.
• Manage daily bank transfers between deposit and current accounts to optimise interest.
• Record and reconcile all asset finance agreements, HP interest journals, and vehicle purchases (both outright and financed).
• Raise and process vehicle sales invoices, ensuring correct allocation for depreciation and revaluation.
• Raise the majority of sales invoices (c.95%) using the Syrinx CRM system, including both customer recharges and standard hire invoices.
• Carry out all monthly invoicing for hire contracts and import transactions into Sage for accurate financial reporting.
• Run weekly aged debtor reports, actively chase outstanding balances, and escalate to directors if customers fail to pay.
• Support finance and operations compliance requirements, ensuring documentation and audit trails are in order.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in an accounts assistant, finance assistant, or similar role.
• Experience within rental, leasing, automotive, or asset finance industry (desirable).
• Working knowledge of payroll support and expense tracking.
• Essential experience of Sage 50
• Essential Microsoft excel knowledge (formulas)
• AAT qualification (desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• EAP Perkbox
• Opportunities for development within the finance and rental operations team.
• Death in Service x 2
• Free parking
• Annual Bonus
• 31 days holiday, increasing with service up to 35 days

How to apply

If you feel you have the skills and experience, please upload your CV and we will be in touch.