Finance Assistant

Unity Five Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity5, Exeter-based, is looking for a highly organised Finance Assistant who will support day-to-day finance operations, handling invoices, payments and data entry.

Reporting to the finance team, you will manage accounts payable and receivable, expense processing, reconciliations, and assist with cashflow and audit readiness, while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires 1–2 years in a finance environment, strong Excel skills, and experience with Xero/Sage/FreeAgent.

Qualifications

• Numerical accuracy with high data-entry precision.
• Strong Excel skills and basic accounting tools.
• Clear written and verbal communication with clients and vendors.
• Organised, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• 1–2 years in a finance/accounting environment.
• Hands-on with accounting software and expense tools.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and reconcile invoices and payments.
• Issue invoices and manage credit control to receivables.
• Prepare payment runs and assist cashflow reporting.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain GL integrity.
• Maintain digital filing for audit readiness and data accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on queries.

Skills

Numerical Accuracy

Communication

Organisation

Experience in finance/accounting

Systems Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Xero/Sage/FreeAgent

Pleo/ExpenseIn

Job description

Finance Assistant

On-site / Hybrid

Full-time

About Unity5

At Unity5, we build solutions that power smart, seamless experiences. But beyond our technology, our true engine is our people. We believe in creating an inclusive, forward-thinking environment where everyone has a voice and the opportunity to grow.

Our culture is built around three core pillars:

• Human: We operate with empathy, mutual respect, and genuine connection. We value personality, support each other, and prioritize clear, open communication.
• Unified: We work as one team across all departments, aligning our strengths toward shared goals and mutual success.
• Pioneering: We never stand still. We actively seek out better ways of doing things, encouraging innovation, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented Finance Assistant to play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our finance department. Reporting into the finance team, you will handle key transactional processes—including accounts payable and receivable, expense processing, and data entry. If you have an eagle eye for detail, a strong knack for numbers, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a progressive company.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process, verify, and reconcile invoices and check requests. Issue timely customer invoices and manage credit control/collections to maintain healthy receivables.
• Payments & Cashflow: Prepare and perform weekly and monthly payment runs, process electronic transfers, monitor customer accounts for non-payment or delays, and assist with cashflow reporting to maintain optimal bank levels.
• Reconciliations: Conduct routine bank reconciliations to ensure the general ledger remains accurate and up to date.
• Audit & Data Integrity: Maintain digital filing systems to ensure records are fully organized, compliant, and ready for easy audit retrieval.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a responsive and helpful point of contact for both internal colleagues and external vendors regarding invoice and payment queries.
• Pioneering Projects: Support the Group Financial Controller on key transformational projects aimed at modernising processes and scaling operations.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Numerical Accuracy: Exceptional data entry skills with a proven track record of high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Software Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data sorting, formatting) and standard office software tools.
• Communication: Clear, empathetic, and professional written and verbal communication skills—embodying our Human pillar when dealing with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Organisation: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise conflicting deadlines, and keep financial records impeccably structured.
• Experience: 1–2 years in an finance/accounting environment.
• Systems Knowledge: Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, FreeAgent) and expense management tools (e.g., Pleo, ExpenseIn).

Why Join Us?

At Unity5, you won't just be crunching numbers—you'll be an integral part of a collaborative, Unified team driving real business impact. We offer a supportive environment where your ideas for process improvement will be heard (Pioneering), and where your professional development is genuinely supported.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies: We operate a direct hiring policy. Strictly no recruitment agencies or unsolicited CVs, please