Finance Assistant

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a proactive Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team in Wellingborough. The role focuses on credit control and purchase ledger, with responsibilities across chasing payments, processing invoices and general finance admin.

The successful candidate will communicate effectively with customers, resolve invoice queries and help ensure timely payments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance assistant, credit control or accounts receivable.
• Strong experience in credit control and debt collection.
• Some experience with purchase ledger and supplier invoices.
• Confident communicator with professional approach to payments.
• Strong attention to detail, well organised and deadline-driven.
• Proficient with Excel and finance/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Proactively chase outstanding customer payments by phone and email.
• Monitor aged debt and follow up overdue accounts promptly.
• Maintain and reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Process supplier invoices and match to purchase orders where applicable.
• Assist with supplier statements, queries and payment runs.
• Support month-end procedures and general finance administration.

Skills

Credit control

Accounts receivable

Excel

Finance software

Tools

Finance/accounting systems

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Wellingborough

Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 per annum

Focus: Credit Control & Purchase Ledger

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Wellingborough. This is a varied role with a strong emphasis on credit control and managing outstanding customer accounts, alongside some purchase ledger responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be confident communicating with customers, resolving invoice queries and ensuring payments are received in a timely manner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of their workload.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Control

• Proactively manage and chase outstanding customer payments via telephone and email.
• Monitor aged debt reports and ensure overdue accounts are followed up promptly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to encourage timely payment.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries, liaising with internal departments where necessary.
• Allocate customer payments accurately and maintain up-to-date account records.
• Reconcile customer accounts and identify discrepancies.
• Escalate overdue or high-risk accounts where appropriate.
• Support cash flow by minimising outstanding debt and reducing debtor days.

Purchase Ledger

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation where applicable.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Deal with supplier queries and maintain positive working relationships.
• Assist with payment runs and general purchase ledger administration.

General Finance Administration

• Maintain accurate financial records and update the finance system.
• Assist with month-end procedures and account reconciliations as required.
• Provide general support to the wider finance team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a finance assistant, credit control or accounts receivable role.
• Strong experience in credit control, including chasing debt and resolving customer queries.
• Some experience with purchase ledger and supplier invoice processing.
• Confident communicator with a professional and persistent approach to payment collection.
• Strong attention to detail and good numerical skills.
• Well organised, able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable using Excel and finance/accounting systems.
• A proactive team player who can also work independently.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £28,000 - £33,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established finance team.
• Varied role with a strong focus on credit control and exposure to purchase ledger.