Finance Assistant

YOU Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Finance & Accounts Assistant to join their small team. You will manage purchase and sales ledgers using Xero, prepare payment runs, and maintain credit control. The ideal candidate has experience with Xero, is AAT qualified or equivalent, and possesses excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Flexibility in working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with Xero is essential.
• AAT qualification or equivalent experience.
• Previous finance experience in an SME.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledgers using Xero.
• Prepare payment runs and issue invoices.
• Handle credit control and debtor reporting.
• Perform bank reconciliations and income reporting.

Skills

Experience with Xero

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualified or qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

This well-established, values-driven organisation based just outside Tonbridge in a beautiful rural setting is looking for a Finance & Accounts Assistant to join their small and welcoming team. This role offers real potential for growth, both in terms of responsibilities and professional qualifications.

The Role

Working closely with the General Manager, your duties will include:

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers using Xero (Sage experience a bonus).
• Preparing payment runs, issuing invoices, and sending monthly remittances.
• Handling credit control and debtor reporting.
• Performing bank reconciliations, petty cash management, and income reporting.
• Supporting the transition from Sage to Xero.
• Assisting with general finance administration and team support.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience with Xero (essential).
• AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
• Previous finance experience in an SME.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• A warm, calm, and collaborative personality who thrives in a small team.
• Keen to take on more responsibility and supported in pursuing professional qualifications such as AAT.

Working Hours & Location

• 30 hours per week, flexibly spread over 4 or 5 days.
• Primarily office-based, with 1 day per week remote.
• Due to the rural location, a car and driving licence are essential.

Why Join?

• Be part of a tight-knit team in a stable, friendly, and supportive work environment.
• Flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to grow into a more senior finance role.
• Genuine backing for ongoing professional development and qualifications.
• A long-term opportunity within an organisation that values its people.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience with Xero (essential).
• AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
• Previous finance experience in an SME.Excellent communication and attention to detail.