Finance Assistant

CMR Jobs Limited; Newquay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CMR Jobs Limited is working with a growing SME seeking a Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team in Newquay. The role focuses on processing supplier invoices, matching against POs, and bank reconciliations, with VAT assistance and general administration.

You will be responsible for Accounts Payable tasks, maintaining accuracy, working with Excel and finance systems, and supporting colleagues to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable or purchase ledger roles.
• Proficient with Excel and finance systems.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy.
• Able to manage workload and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconciliation of supplier statements and investigating outstanding items.
• Bank reconciliations including credit card and expenses
• Assist in VAT preparation and submission
• Supporting the wider finance team with reconciliations and general administration.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Purchase Ledger

Finance administration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are working with a growing SME who are looking for an organised and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accounts payable or general finance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items.
• Bank reconciliations including credit card and expenses
• Assist in VAT preperation and submission
• Supporting the wider finance team with reconciliations and general administration.

About You

• Previous Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or finance administration experience.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Confident working with finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Comfortable managing a busy workload and meeting deadlines.
• Able to work independently while supporting the wider finance team.