Finance Assistant

Arc Recruitment; Halifax; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their growing team in Brighouse. This hands-on role emphasizes managing the end-to-end Accounts Payable process while supporting various finance functions in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong Accounts Payable experience, excellent reconciliation skills, and good knowledge of finance systems. This opportunity offers a collaborative team environment and a chance to contribute to a thriving organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable.
• Excellent skills in reconciliations and journal postings.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and resolve queries.
• Process payment runs and maintain supplier records.
• Post journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support month-end and audit preparation.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Reconciliation skills

Attention to detail

Excel knowledge

Strong communication skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant / Administrator to join a well-established and growing business based in Brighouse.

This is a varied, hands‑on role with a strong focus on Accounts Payable, supporting a busy finance function within a fast‑paced commercial environment.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the end‑to‑end Accounts Payable process
• Supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution
• Processing payment runs and maintaining supplier records
• Posting journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Supporting month‑end and audit preparation
• Monitoring VAT, imports, and related financial processes
• Assisting with finance systems improvements and process documentation
• Supporting wider finance administration as required

Required qualifications

• Strong Accounts Payable experience
• Excellent reconciliation and journal posting skills
• Good Excel and finance systems knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Experience within FMCG, wholesale, or distribution sectors
• Knowledge of VAT and import processes
• Experience with invoice automation or workflow systems

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and growing organisation offering a varied finance role within a collaborative team environment.