Finance Assistant

Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Finance Administrator in England. This permanent role involves managing purchase and sales invoices, leading credit control, supporting month-end reporting, and assisting with payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in English and Maths, experience in finance administration, and strong Excel skills. This position offers opportunities for growth into an Assistant Finance Manager role.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounts administration is essential.
• Knowledge of the CIS Scheme, VAT, and DRC VAT preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile purchase and sales invoices.
• Lead credit control and debtor management.
• Support month-end reporting and bank reconciliations.
• Raise sales invoices and allocate payments.
• Assist with payroll admin and CIS returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above)

Tools

Xero

JobLogic

Job description

Finance Administrator
GBP30,000 - GBP32,000
Mon - Fri - 8am to 5pm
Permanent

Bridge Recruitment are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join a reputable Heating Contractor. This varied role will involve managing both purchase and sales invoices, leading credit control, supporting month-end reporting, and assisting with payroll and CIS processes. You'll play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and liaising with both internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and reconcile purchase and sales invoices
• Lead credit control and debtor management
• Support month-end reporting and bank reconciliations
• Raise sales invoices and allocate payments
• Assist with payroll admin and CIS returns
• Manage expense claims and supplier queries
• Perform general finance admin tasks

Requirements:

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above)
• Experience in finance or accounts administration
• Strong Excel skills; Xero and JobLogic experience desirable
• Knowledge of CIS Scheme, VAT, and DRC VAT preferred
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a finance team, with the potential to progress quickly into an Assistant Finance Manager role.