Finance Assistant

Safer Hand Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Assistant in Talke, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the Accounts Receivable ledger and supporting cash flow. This position offers a chance to work alongside a dedicated Finance Controller, ensuring accuracy in invoicing and customer relations. With a commitment to eco-friendly practices and a supportive management team, this role emphasizes professional growth and a family-oriented work environment. If you are proactive, organized, and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Income Protection Scheme

Cash Plan/Medical Scheme

Salary Review Scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Eco-Aware Business Practices

Qualifications

• Part qualified candidates with accounting degree or AAT preferred.
• Experience is valuable, but personality and work ethic matter too.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Accounts Receivable ledger and manage invoicing.
• Collaborate across departments to enhance customer relationships.
• Support monthly reporting and assist with audits.

Skills

Accounts Receivable Management

Invoicing

Credit Control

Reporting

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Accounting Degree

AAT Qualification

CIMA Qualification (started)

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Talke

Hours: 9am-5pm

Type: Fulltime; Permanent

Salary: GBP25,500 upwards (open to negotiation depending on experience). Happy to disclose exact salary at first point of contact.

My client, based in Talke, an industry-leading manufacturer with a strong reputation for both its service and products, is looking to employ an experienced, highly organized, and proactive Finance Assistant.

Role:

As the Finance Assistant in Talke, you will maintain the Accounts Receivable ledger, including invoicing, receipts, credit control, and reporting. This key role supports the company's cash flow and customer relationships, working alongside the Finance Controller and Purchase Ledger.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with wider departments to develop strong working relationships.
• Raise accounts receivable invoices and post receipts daily, ensuring accuracy and promptness.
• Ensure timely collections in line with company payment policies.
• Produce and distribute monthly customer statements.
• Maintain and develop customer relationships and keep customer information up to date.
• Perform monthly reporting for accounts receivable and key customers.
• Assist with invoice production and monitor delivery-note reports.
• Upload data for invoice discounting requirements.
• Prepare journals for month-end close, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Support month-end activities such as bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Conduct routine credit checks on the customer database.
• Assist with the annual statutory audit process.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of finance paperwork.
• Support the Financial Controller in implementing policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance within the quality management system and promote continuous improvement.
• Provide general finance and administrative support, including assisting other departments and answering phones.
• Perform additional ad-hoc duties as required.

Requirements:

Ideally, the candidate will be part qualified (minimum), with an accounting degree, AAT, or started CIMA qualification. Qualified by experience will also be considered. Personality and work ethic are equally important as experience.

Attributes:

• Reliable, honest, and professional in all interactions.
• Proactive and flexible with problem-solving skills.
• Committed to continuous improvement and forward-thinking.
• Ownership of tasks with a drive to exceed expectations.
• Effective prioritization and prompt action when needed.
• Willingness to participate in meetings.
• Strong attendance and punctuality.
• Adaptability and a can-do attitude.

Additional Benefits:

• Eco-aware and sustainable business practices.
• Income protection scheme.
• Cash plan/medical scheme.
• Salary review scheme.
• Supportive, family-run management.
• High staff retention levels.
• Death in Service benefit.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a valued employer in Talke. If interested, contact Safer Hand Solutions and ask for Hannah Kirk or submit your application. Please note, Safer Hand Solutions acts as an employment agency on behalf of the client, and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.