Finance Assistant

SF Partners; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Leicester

Salary: c£28,000

Working Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid – 2 days working from home

Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a friendly and supportive finance team within a well-established business based in Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their skills and gain further exposure within a busy finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Assisting with bank and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems.
• Assisting with payment runs and resolving invoice queries.
• Supporting month-end processes, including journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Working closely with the wider finance team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

About You

• Previous experience within a finance or accounts assistant role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
• AAT qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.

What's on Offer

• Salary circa £28,000.
• Hybrid working - 2 days from home.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Supportive and friendly finance team.
• Opportunity to develop your finance career and broaden your experience.