Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Generous pension contribution

Holiday allowance

Free onsite car parking

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in Bury to manage core finance activities within a busy team. The role covers purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations and month-end processes, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate will have ledger experience, strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software. The position is office-based, permanent and full-time, offering a salary of 28,000–32,000 per annum plus study support, generous pension and

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role.
• Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledgers.
• Proficient with bank reconciliations.
• Experience using Excel and accounting systems.
• Able to manage deadlines and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger activities.
• Process invoices, payments and journals accurately and efficiently.
• Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier and customer statements.
• Respond to member queries relating to payments.
• Support month-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Ensure financial records are accurate and transactions are processed within deadlines.
• Support the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting and administration.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Bank reconciliations

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Bury

Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 per annum + study support

Permanent, Full Time

Office-based

Client Details

This is a varied finance role covering a range of day-to-day accounting activities, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations and month-end activities. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions and supporting the wider finance team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the function.

Description

The key responsibilities of a Finance Assistant will be:

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger activities.


• Process invoices, payments and journals accurately and efficiently.


• Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.


• Reconcile supplier and customer statements.


• Respond to member queries relating to payments.


• Support month-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting.


• Ensure financial records are accurate and transactions are processed within deadlines.


• Support the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting and administration.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant will have:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, with strong purchase and sales ledger knowledge.


• Good understanding of bank reconciliations.


• Confident using Excel and comfortable working with accounting systems.


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.


• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving discrepancies and queries.


• Clear and professional communication skills.


• A reliable, collaborative approach and willingness to support the wider finance team.


• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• A salary between 28,000 - 32,000 per annum, based on experience


• Full time office based working


• Study support


• Generous pension contribution and holiday allowance


• Free onsite car parking


• Opportunity for progression and development