Finance Assistant

Adecco; Leyland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Finance Assistant in Leyland to support sales and purchase ledger functions during a key period of growth. This role involves processing transactions accurately, maintaining accounts, and assisting with data management in a dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and prior experience in finance. This position offers structured hours and potential for further opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Structured hours

Potential for further opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role is preferable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy are required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and purchase ledger transactions accurately.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and verify details.
• Update customer and supplier accounts efficiently.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

SAGE

Job description

Job Title

Finance Assistant (Sales & Purchase Ledger)

Location

Leyland

Contract Type

6-Month Temporary (Potential for Extension)

Working Hours

Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Finance Assistant to support both sales and purchase ledger functions during a key period of growth and integration of new contracts. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and excellent data entry skills to join a dynamic and supportive finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process sales and purchase ledger transactions
• Match invoices to purchase orders and verify details
• Maintain and update customer and supplier accounts
• Assist with data entry and general finance administration
• Basic Credit Control duties
• Support the team during the integration of new contracts
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve queries promptly

What We're Looking For

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong data entry and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and flexible approach to work
• Experience with SAGE or similar finance systems
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Fixed-term contract with potential for further opportunities
• Structured working hours with an early finish on Fridays

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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