Finance Assistant

Hewett Recruitment; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing small business in Kidderminster is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the Finance Manager and contribute to the accounts function. This full-time role involves processing invoices, reconciling statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate has previous finance experience, strong Excel skills, and a team-oriented attitude, with an interest in pursuing an AAT qualification.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance role is required.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems is necessary.
• Experience in a small business or SME environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.
• Raise customer invoices and allocate receipts.
• Assist with credit control and payment runs.
• Support bank reconciliations, credit card, and petty cash management.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with month-end processes.
• Provide general finance and administrative support to the wider business.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented approach

Education

AAT qualification (or interest)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

About the Role

Location: Kidderminster
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:30pm, Friday 8am to 3pm.
Salary: £28,000 to £32,000

Our client, a growing and friendly small business based in Kidderminster, is looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is a newly created role, offering the chance to make a real impact and develop your finance career within a supportive, hands‑on environment. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you’ll assist with the day‑to‑day running of the accounts function, from processing invoices to supporting month‑end reporting.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Raising customer invoices and allocating receipts
• Assisting with credit control and payment runs
• Supporting bank reconciliations, credit card and petty cash management
• Maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with month‑end processes
• Providing general finance and administrative support to the wider business

Requirements

We’re looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, a positive attitude, and the ability to manage their workload effectively.

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance role
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, team‑oriented approach
• Studying towards or interested in pursuing an AAT qualification
• Experienced working in a small business or SME environment beneficial