Finance Assistant

IPS Group Limited; Malton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business on the outskirts of York is seeking a Finance Assistant to support their finance function. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in finance or accounting, strong IT skills including Excel, and a proactive attitude. Responsibilities include managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, and performing bank reconciliations. This position offers an opportunity to develop a career in finance and accounting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounting support role.
• Good understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers.
• Process supplier invoices and customer billing.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any queries.
• Prepare and manage payment runs in line with agreed terms.
• Handle credit control and assist with cash flow management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Proactive attitude

Strong IT skills

Confident communicator

Tools

Excel

Finance software systems

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Finance Assistant to join a growing manufacturing business based on the outskirts of York. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, is highly organised, and is looking to develop their career within finance and accounting.

You’ll be supporting the finance function by managing day-to-day transactional tasks, including purchase ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and credit control. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude are essential in this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers
• Process supplier invoices and customer billing
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any queries
• Prepare and manage payment runs in line with agreed terms
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations
• Handle credit control and assist with cash flow management
• Process staff expense and mileage claims
• Support with audit preparation and year-end financial activities
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounting support role
• Good understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes
• Strong IT skills, including Excel and finance software systems
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable to change