Finance Assistant

Fluent Money Ltd

Horwich

Hybrid

GBP 27,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working with flexible hours

Rising holiday entitlement up to 30 days

Private Healthcare with Vitality Health

Birthday off work

Onsite food provision

Cycle to work scheme

Regular social and charity events

Job summary

A financial services provider in Horwich seeks a Finance Assistant to support financial operations and contribute to a close-knit team culture. Responsibilities include processing purchase invoices, managing payment runs, and performing bank reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance operations, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The role offers a salary of £27,000-£30,000 with hybrid working and generous perks including increased holiday entitlement and private healthcare.

Qualifications

Experience in finance, accounts payable, or operations.
Familiarity with expense processing and approval workflows.
Confident in handling financial data and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

Process purchase invoices accurately.
Prepare and upload payment runs for approval.
Support audits by providing financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Finance Assistant – Central Finance

Fluent Money are looking for a Finance Assistant to become a key member of our central finance team, playing an important role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close‑knit, high‑performing team where culture is at the heart of everything we do.

Salary & Hours that Match Your Ambition:

Salary: Enjoy a basic salary of £27,000-£30,000.
Flexible approach to your work schedule: Embrace work‑life balance with flexible starting & finishing times.
Hybrid working: We offer hybrid working, with only 3 days a week in the office, allowing you to maintain a strong work‑life balance.
Generous perks: From rising holiday entitlement to private healthcare with Vitality Health, we've got you covered. Plus, enjoy perks like your birthday off, 'Freebie Fridays' and much much more!

A day in the life:

As a Central Finance Assistant, you’ll be responsible for processing purchase invoices, preparing payment runs, allocating customer receipts, and completing regular bank reconciliations. You’ll also manage expense claims, customer and supplier set‑ups, the AP inbox and supplier statements, while proactively chasing approvals and supporting audit activity to ensure robust financial controls and reliable financial records.

Key Responsibilities:

Process purchase invoices and credit notes in NetSuite, ensuring accurate coding, completeness checks, and correct approval workflows
Set up and maintain customer and supplier records, including bank details, in line with internal controls and approval procedures
Prepare and upload weekly payment runs for approval, process ad‑hoc payments, and support intercompany transfers to ensure adequate liquidity
Allocate customer receipts, investigate and resolve unallocated cash items, and prepare monthly bank reconciliations with supporting documentation
Extract, import, and process expense claims and credit card statements, ensuring correct coding and timely approval prior to payment
Proactively chase outstanding invoice and expense approvals and support general ledger housekeeping activities
Monitor the central AP inbox and reconcile supplier statements, identifying and resolving discrepancies and escalating issues where required
Act as a first point of contact for routine supplier and customer finance queries, escalating complex matters as appropriate
Set up and monitor direct debits and standing orders, identifying unusual transactions and escalating concerns
Support internal and external audits by providing financial records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Undertake ad‑hoc finance tasks as required by the Finance Manager or Finance Director

About Fluent Money:

At Fluent Money, we're more than just a financial services company – we're industry leaders committed to integrity, professionalism, and unparalleled customer satisfaction. Not only are we the biggest Second Charge Mortgage Broker in the UK, we also specialise in First Charge Mortgages, Equity Release, Insurance and Bridging Loans. As part of the Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) family since 2022, we're dedicated to excellence in everything we do.

Join us and become part of a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and job satisfaction, where we empower our employees to take ownership of their work and provide them with the necessary tools and resources to excel in their roles.

What type of person are we looking for?

Experience & Knowledge

Previous experience in a finance, accounts payable, or finance operations role
Experience processing purchase invoices, payment runs, and bank reconciliations
Familiarity with expense processing and approval workflows
Experience setting up and maintaining customer and supplier records
Exposure to audit processes and financial controls is desirable
Experience using NetSuite or similar finance systems is an advantage
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Confident working with financial data and reconciliations
Proactive approach to chasing approvals and resolving queries
Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal teams, customers, and suppliers
Comfortable working with banking platforms and payment processes
Ability to identify discrepancies and investigate issues methodically

Personal Attributes

Reliable, conscientious, and able to work with minimal supervision
Collaborative team player who contributes positively to a close‑knit finance team
Takes ownership of tasks and follows them through to completion
Professional and discreet when handling sensitive financial information
Willingness to learn and develop within a finance environment

Qualifications (Desirable)