Finance Assistant

Confidential; Grantham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the Accounts & Payroll team in Grantham. This 100% office-based role offers exposure to all aspects of finance, payroll, and business support within a growing organisation.

You will support day-to-day finance operations, work closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director, and contribute to accurate financial administration and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts or finance roles.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day sales and purchase ledgers.
• Perform credit control and maintain customer relationships.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.
• Process weekly payroll using Sage.
• Maintain cash book and weekly cash reconciliation.
• Support Finance Manager and Director with reporting.
• Provide ad-hoc finance and admin support.

Skills

Accounts experience

Accounting principles

Numerical & analytical

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Organisation & time management

Teamwork

Professional & proactive

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards AAT

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Grantham (100% office based)
Salary: £27,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Join Our Finance Team

Are you an organised and detail-focused finance professional looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our friendly and supportive Accounts & Payroll team. This is a varied role offering exposure to all aspects of finance, payroll, and business support within a busy and growing organisation.

You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director while developing your skills in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Finance Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day sales ledger and purchase ledger activities
• Carrying out credit control and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any account queries
• Banking cash and cheques when required
• Maintaining and reconciling the cash book on a weekly basis
• Preparing and processing weekly payroll using Sage
• Assisting with the monitoring of the company's time and attendance system
• Liaising professionally with customers and suppliers
• Supporting the Finance Manager and Finance Director with financial administration and reporting
• Providing ad-hoc finance and administrative support as required
• Assisting the IT Manager with general business support tasks when needed

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with numbers, has excellent attention to detail, and takes pride in producing accurate work.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional and proactive approach to work

Desirable

• Previous payroll experience
• Experience using Sage Payroll
• AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT

Why Join Us

• Varied and hands-on finance role
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to develop your finance and payroll skills
• Exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities
• Long-term career development opportunities